Star pubs & bars - Hospitality

Property round-up

Robinsons and Punch invest seven figures in pubs, Young’s offloads 56 sites, Alternative Pubs eyes expansion

14-Jul-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

The latest pub property news includes updates from Young’s, Punch and Robinsons Brewery.

Property round-up

Former Saracens teammates to open third venue, Filipino and Cuban concepts to open in London

07-Jul-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

The latest pub property round-up includes site news from Star Pubs & Bars, Admiral Taverns and Heartstone Inns, as well as an eclectic mix of new openings across the capital.

City Pub Group buys £1.1m London site, Greene King rebrands to 'Southgate's Revenge', 750k refit for Peaky Blinders pub

30-Jun-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

In addition to City Pub Group buying the freehold of a London site, Greene King has taken on the excitement of the Euros football tournament with a pub rebrand.

Can pub operators make Covid vaccines mandatory for staff?

25-Jun-2021 By Nikkie Thatcher

With almost two thirds (64%) of the UK population now having been a first dose of the coronavirus jab, we take a look at the legal rules around staff and vaccines.

Property round-up

Livelyhood reveals seventh site, Inn Collection Group adds 24th venue, McMullen’s completes Fitzrovia refurb

23-Jun-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

The latest pub property news includes updates from Livelyhood Pubs, the Inn Collection Group, Whitbread and McMullen’s.

Opinion

Looking ahead: the post-Covid pubs code

28-May-2021 By Fiona Dickie – pubs code adjudicator

The announcement that I would be the next pubs code adjudicator (PCA) was made on 24 February 2020. The first lockdown came just three weeks later.

In association with Heineken

‘Society is starting to explore the way physical and virtual spaces can interact’

26-May-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

Demand for on-trade experiences has grown exponentially behind closed doors during the past year – with technology poised to add a new dimension to both physical and virtual occasions, according to Heineken.

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Tech to play ‘even bigger’ role in pubs of the future

25-May-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

Understanding data and predictive technology have been highlighted by Heineken as two ‘smart-tech’ trends to look out for in pubs, according to the beer giant’s Pub of the Future report.

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95% of pubgoers hope for ‘as much, if not more’ cleaning and sanitation focus post-pandemic

24-May-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

According to Heineken’s Pub of the Future report, the vast majority of pub customers hope that operators will redouble hygiene efforts even after the Covid-19 vaccine rollout.

Property round-up

Inn Collection Group adds 21st site, MediaCityUK beer house in the pipeline

05-May-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

The past week has seen pub property updates from Nightcap and Adventure Bars, the Inn Collection Group and City Pub Group, among others.

Star responds to claims it urged licensees to push prices

22-Apr-2021 By Nikkie Thatcher

Pubco Star Pubs & Bars has responded to reports it suggested lessees and tenants increase their prices amid reopening for outdoor areas this month.

Property round-up

Hickory’s expands to 13 sites, Sussex Inns adds sixth pub

21-Apr-2021 By Stuart Stone

The latest property round-up includes updates from Hickory’s Smokehouse, Sussex Inns and nationwide community pub operator Hawthorn.

Star defends decision to take back lease from long-standing licensees

01-Apr-2021 By Nikkie Thatcher

Star Pubs & Bars has responded to a petition, which calls upon the pubco to reverse its decision to take back the lease from current licensees at the Red Lion, Enfield Highway, north London, who have been at the site for almost two decades.

In association with Heineken

How to maximise your outdoor space for reopening

01-Apr-2021 By The Morning Advertiser

The countdown to reopening is now in full swing and we are looking forward to a meal and a pint in our local pub garden.

Coronavirus: a year of closures

Looking back on lockdowns: ‘Rollercoaster year we'll never forget'

22-Mar-2021 By Nikkie Thatcher

Voices from the trade have labelled the past 12 months as “horrific”, while others have described the Government’s response to restrictions imposed in 2020 and into 2021 as a “hash”.

Star tenants to pay full rent from June

15-Mar-2021 By Nikkie Thatcher

Star Pubs & Bars licensees on core leased and tenanted agreements in England will have to start paying rent in full from 21 June, following a period of discounted rates, the pubco has announced.

In association with Heineken

The Pub Hub – your questions answered

11-Mar-2021 By MA editorial

The Morning Advertiser and Heineken have teamed up to answer your questions around current coronavirus legislation, finances, reopening and more.

Star Pubs & Bars publishes action plan following PCA investigation

08-Mar-2021 By Stuart Stone

Pubs code adjudicator Fiona Dickie has released an action plan drawn up by Star Pubs & Bars after her office found the operator had 'seriously and repeatedly' breached the pubs code.

Star withdraws RPI rent increase policy following PCA intervention

19-Feb-2021 By Stuart Stone

Heineken’s pub arm, Star Pubs and Bars, has retracted a policy stating RPI rent increases constitute a tenant rent assessment or review, according to an announcement by the industry regulator.

Heineken tight-lipped on UK job cuts

12-Feb-2021 By Emily Hawkins

Brewing giant Heineken has confirmed the loss of under 100 jobs at its UK operation.

Millions of pounds lost in unpaid rent

22-Jan-2021 By Nikkie Thatcher

At least £90m worth of rent has gone unpaid to pub companies due to the coronavirus pandemic over the past year.

Property round-up

Pub lost every 20 hours, continued rent concessions pledged, £100,000 for ‘pop-up LGBT+ bar’

13-Jan-2021 By Stuart Stone

The first property round-up feature of 2021 includes an update on pub closures during the past 12 months, the latest on pubco rent concessions, and a recap of Fleurets’ Survey of Pub Prices 2020.

Star continues 90% rent reduction for L&T pubs

08-Jan-2021 By Nikkie Thatcher

Heineken pub arm Star Pubs & Bars has announced it is continuing its 90% rent reduction for lessees and tenants for January.

Star to appeal £2m PCA fine

17-Dec-2020 By Ed Bedington

Star Pubs & Bars has announced it is to appeal the fine imposed by pubs code adjudicator (PCA) Fiona Dickie for what she described as “seriously and repeatedly” breaching the rules over nearly a three-year period.

Star reveals rent discounts for December

03-Dec-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

Heineken’s pub arm Star Pubs & Bars has announced rent reductions to reflect tiered restrictions in England.

Star licensees urge Government action to save ‘thousands of wet led pubs’

01-Dec-2020 By Stuart Stone

Nationwide pub operator Star Pubs & Bars, and a number of its licensees, have implored the Government to reconsider Covid secure measures imposed on the hospitality sector under its new tiered alert system.

How much could upskilling bar staff during lockdown boost pub profits?

10-Nov-2020 By The Morning Advertiser

While skipping keg day and ignoring pour form can leave profits languishing in drip trays, a renewed focus on staff training while venues are closed can help publicans boost their bottom line at a time when it matters most.

Opinion

Compliance is not a choice

29-Oct-2020 By Fiona Dickie – pubs code adjudicator

Those following the Morning Advertiser (MA) and national coverage of my investigation into Star Pubs and Bars will know that I found Star had committed twelve separate breaches of the pubs code, which they must now put right. I fined them £2m in respect...

MA's Review of the Week

‘Wonderful’ to see pubs fighting back and innovating amid pandemic

16-Oct-2020 By Ed Bedington

The Morning Advertiser's Ed Bedington speaks with Mick Howard, operations director at Star Pubs & Bars, to discuss the big issues from the news this week.

Star Pubs & Bars scraps rent for pubs facing tier three measures

16-Oct-2020 By Stuart Stone

Heineken’s pub arm, Star Pubs & Bars, has said pubs in areas restricted by the Government’s ‘very high’ alert level will not have to pay rent.

‘Police yourselves, vigorously or I will do it for you’ PCA warns pubcos

15-Oct-2020 By Stuart Stone

Pubs code adjudicator (PCA) Fiona Dickie has told The Morning Advertiser (MA) her decision to fine Star Pubs & Bars for pubs code breaches demonstrates she is both ‘a regulator with teeth’ and is 'prepared to bite'

Star Pubs & Bars fined £2m after ‘seriously breaching’ pubs code

15-Oct-2020 By Stuart Stone

Pubs code adjudicator Fiona Dickie has fined Heineken’s pub arm, Star Pubs & Bars, £2m for 'seriously and repeatedly' breaching the pubs code over nearly three years – a charge the operator is 'actively considering' appealing....

Greene King outlines rent support with 90% discount for closed pubs

09-Oct-2020 By Emily Hawkins

Brewer and pub operator Greene King has announced its tied pub tenants will be given at least a 40% rent discount until Christmas.

Star Pubs & Bars extending up to 50% rent reduction for L&T pubs

08-Oct-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

Heineken’s pub arm Star Pubs & Bars has revealed extended rent concessions for its leased and tenanted pubs throughout November at a cost to the company of £2.8m

Which pub operators are offering EOTHO-style discounts throughout October?

30-Sep-2020 By Stuart Stone

Operators including Oakman Inns, Revolution Bars Group, Arc Inspirations and The Lost & Found will all continue to fund of similar discounts to those available under the Government’s Eat Out to Help Out (EOTHO) scheme throughout October.

The Great British Pub Awards - Pub Heroes

The Hare and Hounds wins Star Pubs & Bars Pub Hero at the Great British Pub Awards

24-Sep-2020 By The Morning Advertiser

Putting customers first was a hallmark of great pubs during the lockdown, and the Hare and Hounds in West Ardsley, Yorkshire was no exception

Property round-up

JDW and Star unveil £700k refits, BrewDog confirms half a dozen UK sites ‘under construction’

23-Sep-2020 By Stuart Stone

Nationwide pub operators JD Wetherspoon (JDW) and Star Pubs & Bars both revealed pub projects costing in the region of £750,000, while BrewDog detailed its continued expansion.

Curfew measures will not curb virus, say pubco bosses

22-Sep-2020 By Emily Hawkins

Chief executives have called the Government’s pub curfew decision “pointless” and “unnecessary” in the fight to curb a second coronavirus wave.

Opinion

Pubs code review must provide businesses and licensees with greater clarity

22-Sep-2020 By Lawson Mountstevens, Star Pubs & Bars managing director

As we take stock of the continuing Covid crisis, it’s clear that many pubs in this country, regardless of their ownership model, are proving resilient through the pandemic.

Bolton businesses should not be 'worse off'

11-Sep-2020 By Emily Hawkins

Publicans and Bolton Council have called for an extension of the existing furlough scheme after a localised shutdown of hospitality was ordered in the town.

Star Pubs and Bars among operators to extend EOTHO throughout September

27-Aug-2020 By Stuart Stone

Star Pubs and Bars, Oakman Inns, Hall & Woodhouse and Arc Inspirations have all pledged to fund the continuation of discounts available under the Government’s Eat Out to Help Out (EOTHO) scheme throughout September.

Former Redcomb owners add second site to portfolio

25-Aug-2020 By Nikkie Thatcher

Prospect Pubs & Bars, run by former owners of Redcomb Pubs Dan Shotton and Mark Draper, has taken on its second site.

Star Pubs & Bars announces £250,000 post-lockdown pub support package

23-Jun-2020 By Stuart Stone

Heineken UK’s pub arm, Star Pubs & Bars, has announced plans to deliver point-of-sale, risk assessment support and supplier discounts to its 2,500 pubs as they prepare to resume trade after Covid-19 closure.

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Star Pubs & Bars to extend rent relief throughout July and August

08-Jun-2020 By Stuart Stone

Heineken’s pub arm Star Pubs & Bars has extended rent relief for leased and tenanted pub operators throughout July and August amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, taking its total rent concession spending to around £21m.

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