Managed pub, bar and restaurant groups saw a drastic drop of 71% in like-for-like sales in the week the Government ordered all licensed premises to close.
Over the past seven days, dry-led pubs saw 30% fewer customers compared to the same period in 2019, including a 53% drop in footfall in just one day (18 March).
Christmas could come early this year as Brits get into the festive spirit, starting their celebrations before they normally would, according to CGA analysis.
The Rugby World Cup has flopped in boosting pub and restaurant sales this October, with like-for-like sales across the bar and pub sector sinking 0.6%.
Reality TV show Love Island has taken the nation by storm, with viewing figures peaking at close to 4m people in 2018 despite regular clashes with the World Cup.
Having a great offer when it comes to cocktails is a proven way of increasing trade, but making sure you convey what you have to customers is the crucial aspect in building sales. Nicholas Robinson reports.
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