All Pubs articles – Page 3
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NewsStonegate announces operational restructure
The group has announced a number of new senior operational roles, including Nick Andrews as managing director for Stonegate Pub Partners, Craft Union and Vixen
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NewsHeatwave forces pubs to close
Steve Alton, head of the British Institute of Innkeeping said many pubs felt they had no choice but to stay closed in order to keep staff safe
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NewsOakman trading up 11% in June
However as a result of challenges with staffing and restricted trading, the pub group estimates it has lost around a further 2-3% of growth
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NewsPub Conference 2022: full agenda revealed
Stonegate’s chairman and founder Ian Payne, Fuller’s chief executive Simon Emeny and Shepherd Neame’s chief executive Jonathan Neame are among the highlights on the programme
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Analysis & Insight62% of tied tenants are happy with pubcos
The Pubs Code Adjudicator report found Admiral Taverns has the most satisfied tenants at 80%, while just 13% are dissatisfied
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InterviewsMarston’s: Pubs still great value for money
CEO Andrew Andrea tells MCA why the pub company is ditching its Two for One format and revamping its food menus after receiving poor feedback from customers
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NewsPub operators ‘feeling the squeeze from all sides’
The price of a pint at the bar is set to be hard-hit by inflation in the coming months, according to estimates from sector leaders
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NewsStonegate to press ahead with capex programme
Chief executive Simon Longbottom said the group is “in great shape” and that its conversions to its managed estate are delivering promising results
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NewsCity Pub Group sells pub package to Portobello Starboard
The five pubs on the South Coast of England, including three in Brighton, were sold for £16.2m
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NewsPubs being refused energy contracts
The BBPA says there has been an increase in the number of utilities providers refusing to take on new accounts or renew contracts if they are linked with hospitality
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NewsBarkby appoints pubs MD
Previously group MD, Rupert Fraser will now focus exclusively on delivering the growth plans of Barkby Pub Co
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Analysis & InsightStaff shortages create ‘forever tension between supply and demand’
As operators continue to struggle with staff shortages, MCA examines how regional groups in tourist hotspots are tackling the unique challenge of attracting and retaining talent
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NewsHeavitree saw revenue fall 8% in 2021
Chairman Nicholas Tucker said that while the trading environment remained testing, there were plenty of customers determined to enjoy the offering provided by its pubs
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NewsYoung’s to acquire Lucky Onion pubs
The London-based pub company is reported to be buying six of the seven properties within the Cotswold-based Lucky Onion, which was owned by Superdy co-founder Julian Dunkerton
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NewsPubs and brewers call for level playing field on tax
A group of UK publicans and brewers have written an open letter to Chancellor Rishi Sunak calling for a levelling up of the high tax rates that are burdening businesses.
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NewsSBPA welcomes extra support for Scottish brewers
The Scottish Beer & Pub Association has welcomed the announcement that further grants of up to £29,500 will be made available to the country’s brewers.
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Weekend PressCalories on menus ‘may not be helpful’ in drive against obesity
Campaigners say compulsory menu labelling could put too much emphasis on calorie counting, reports The Guardian
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NewsPunch hungry for acquisitions
The Fortress-backed pub company is looking for high quality pubs that fit its “modern, progressive vision”
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NewsRent assessments would add ‘further confusion’
The Pubs Code Adjudicator (PCA) has cautioned against adding further complexity and volume of information provided to prospective tied tenants
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NewsGovernment outlines proposed changes to Pubs Code
The British Beer & Pub Association has welcomed the amendments – particularly the decision to streamline the Market Rent Only process.