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Stranger things: sneaky thieves have helped themselves to an array of odd items

Strangest things stolen from pubs

By Alice Leader

An ambitious punter may think it’s a great idea to steal a souvenir as a stamp of a joyous night, but the word ‘souvenir’ may be up for debate here.

No to card payments: cash is still king at Samuel Smith’s pubs

Confusion over Sam Smith's card payment strategy

By Alice Leader

Claims that Sam Smith's payment strategy across its estate has changed, with card payments apparently being pulled from its sites, are unfounded and outdated, a source has said.

Future predictions: JDW boss Tim Martin said he anticipates a trading outcome in line with the company's previous expectations

JDW plans to open 10 to 15 more pubs

By Nikkie Thatcher

JD Wetherspoon (JDW) intends to open between 10 and 15 new sites by the end of July 2020, it has revealed in its latest trading update.

Big operation: Barratts opens at 9am and trades for up to 16 hours per day

My Pub: Barratts Sports Bar, Northampton

By Gary Lloyd

Barratts licensee Matthew McInerney explains how this sports mad venue has reached its top-of-the-table position and is also home to some of the world’s best snooker players.

Customers must be honest: chefs share views on the increase in negative reviews

How has a spike in negative reviews impacted pubs?

By Alice Leader

A customer ‘walking in with a balaclava on’, is no different to an anonymous source leaving a negative review online, says a Great British Pub Awards Chef of the Year finalist.

Momentous occasion: this year celebrates 75 years since VE Day

Pubs can stay open longer for VE Day

By Nikkie Thatcher

Plans to extend pub licensing hours across England and Wales to mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day have been announced by the Home Secretary.

Increase the bottom line: new research reveals pub crawls are still a big hit with stag and hen parties

How do stags and hen dos benefit the trade?

By Alice Leader

A new survey has revealed pub crawls are a top way for stags and hens to see off their single status, with it being stag party’s number one choice of activity and second for hens.

Top tips for tips: new research reveals latest consumer dining habits

Southerners tip more than those in the north

By Alice Leader

A survey has revealed how generous diners are across the country and that staff with a friendly demeanour are more likely to convince consumers to bump up a tip.

Local offerings: Mosaic currently operates 27 sites and achieved double-digit turnover growth for the year ending March 2019

Mosaic Pub & Dining: a picture of health

By Georgi Gyton

Having reached close to 30 sites over the past four years, MCA Insight’s Georgi Gyton met with the joint chief executives of Mosaic Pub & Dining to find out more about the pub operators’ growth so far and what the future holds.

Top dog: Craig Steele had taken early retirement but took the role of licensee

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My Pub: the Dog Inn, Belthorn, Lancashire

By Gary Lloyd

A co-operative group took over the Dog Inn in 2015 after its closure. Here, Community Benefit Society member Yvonne Brown explains how board member and licensee Craig Steele has made sure this pub is no shaggy dog story.

Paranormal pubs: CAMRA starts off Halloween by revealing top 10 haunted pubs

Are these Britain’s most haunted pubs?

By Alice Leader

From ghostly tales to phantom figures, CAMRA has revealed 10 haunted pubs to visit this month to spark the Halloween spirit and intrigue even the staunchest non-believers.

Tip tackle: new bill enforces employers to share gratuities equally

Tip sharing 'another tax' for the sector to foot

By Alice Leader

Mixed feelings have been expressed after the Queen announced that employers must hand over all tips to their staff as part of a new bill unveiled in the Queen’s speech.

Prices sprout: Christmas dinner essentials to be in the inflation firing line

Costly Christmas warning for hospitality businesses

By Alice Leader

An expensive Christmas awaits catering and hospitality operators, according to Lynx Purchasing, as price rises kick in for many festive menu staples, including turkey and Brussels sprouts.

Planted-based patty: pubs are exploring a variety of avenues to satisfy vegan trends

The vegan wave: how has it affected the pub trade?

By Alice Leader

The Economist predicted 2019 would be the year veganism went mainstream. And, with ever-growing, free-from options and a new wave of vegan hospitality, it looks like the forecasters are correct.

Brexit stash: pub protects its Belgian essence by stocking up on goods

Pubs stockpile for a no-deal Brexit

By Alice Leader

A Belgian-themed pub in Norwich has stockpiled goods amid fears the business could be ‘flipped onto its head’ if the UK is left with a no-deal Brexit.

What a cracker: Uphouse Pubs is on the front foot in the fight against plastic waste

Pub group cuts the crackers for Christmas

By Alice Leader

Family-run pub group, Uphouse Pubs, is breaking tradition by going crackerless this Christmas to help aid the battle against plastic waste by pubs.

Precious pooches: Rover encourages pubs across the country to welcome four legs as well as two

Rover pushes for more dog-friendly pubs

By Alice Leader

The world’s largest network of pet sitters and dog walkers, Rover, is urging more landlords to become dog-friendly to help stop young pubgoers having to abandon their beloved pet at home.

Online reputation: pubs need to manage their reviews right

Operators must respond to every review

By Nikkie Thatcher

Pubs should ensure they reply to all reviews they receive, regardless of whether they are positive or negative, one expert has told The Morning Advertiser.

The A team: Ed Sheeran has taken the pub on with his manager Stuart Camp (image credit: Drew D F Fawkes https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ed_Sheeran,_V_Festival_2014,_Chelmsford_(14788797777).jpg)

Ed Sheeran opens pub

By Nikkie Thatcher

Global pop star and Grammy Award winner Ed Sheeran has opened a west London pub with his manager Stuart Camp.

Stein of the times: pubs and brewers celebrate Oktoberfest

Pubs raise steins to celebrate Oktoberfest

By Alice Leader

It’s that frothy time of year again when Brits don’t need to look further than their local pub to enjoy Germany’s biggest party, Oktoberfest.

New job: Emma McClarkin will start as BBPA boss in November

Former MEP named new BBPA boss

By Nikkie Thatcher

The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has announced the appointment of global consultant Emma McClarkin as its new chief executive.

Foxing clever: Victoria and Gavin Hunt have worked in many industries before taking on two pubs

My Pub: the Fox at Lyng, Norfolk

By Gary Lloyd

With an exceptional food offer, the Fox at Lyng has become a destination pub for many in East Anglia. Co-licensee Victoria Hunt reveals all.

Vegans targeted: JDW has included new meat-free dishes on its menu

JDW launches new vegan dishes

By Nikkie Thatcher

Pub behemoth JD Wetherspoon (JDW) has announced a selection of new vegan dishes have been added to its menu.

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