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How to become a Beer Sommelier (Part One)
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 16:02:00 +0000
With the number of breweries in the UK now around the 2,000 mark, and beer imports showing no signs of slowing down, it's more important than ever for bar staff to be educated about the different types of beer on the marketplace. more...
What is natural wine and should pubs be stocking it?
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 15:23:00 +0000
The 21st century drinker is increasingly concerned about provenance and ethics in relation to the goods they consume, and wine is no exception in this regard. more...
More than 100 MPs call on the Government to save the great British pub
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 14:44:00 +0000
Members of parliament have backed an early day motion (EDM) calling on the Government to take further action to reduce the tax burden on pubs in a bid to halt closures. more...
Shepherd Neame reveals 2018 pub award winners
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 13:59:00 +0000
Pub operator and brewer Shepherd Neame announced the winners of its annual pub awards on 19 June. more...
FCO and Drinkaware issue alcohol advice for travelling World Cup fans
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 13:08:00 +0000
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and alcohol education charity Drinkaware have highlighted a series of issues facing Brits travelling to Russia for this summer's World Cup. more...
Revised guidance to the Licensing Act 2003
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 10:48:00 +0000
On 24 April 2018, the Government issued revised statutory guidance to the Licensing Act 2003 and associated legislation. more...
Sky Sports and BT Sport price announcements 'disappointing', says BBPA
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 10:04:00 +0000
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has expressed disappointment that Sky Sports and BT Sport have announced price increases above inflation, despite acknowledging that both broadcasters are 'very supportive' of the industry. more...
England look to extend World Cup run against Panama
Fri, 22 Jun 2018 09:24:00 +0000
English national sides in action at home and abroad have a chance to claim a hat-trick of international victories amid a packed sporting schedule this weekend. more...
How have drinkers reacted to Beavertown selling a stake to Heineken?
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 16:01:00 +0000
The beer world is in shock after craft brewery Beavertown announced it had sold a minority stake in its business to global brewing giant Heineken. more...
'Urgent review of pubs code needed' CAMRA tells BEIS committee
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 15:40:00 +0000
The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has called for an 'urgent' review of the pubs code saying the code has failed to provide fairness and that pubcos are 'continuing to exploit gaps in the legislation'. more...
‘Brexit squabbling is hurting UK small businesses’ says Forum of Private Business
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 14:07:00 +0000
The Forum of Private Business has warned the Government not to ignore existing business issues amid Brexit discussions. more...
Pub kitchens hit as CO2 shortage affects chicken production
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 13:53:00 +0000
Food is now being impacted by the carbon dioxide (CO2) shortage, with poultry experts warning that supplies of chicken run out. more...
Spotlight: Calls for tax to reflect 21st century business
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 13:03:00 +0000
Leading figures within the pub sector have called for tax reform after HMRC launched a consultation looking at how online platforms are ensuring their users are tax compliant. more...
Pub accommodation: Rooms to grow revenue
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 12:58:00 +0000
What steps do pubs need to take to add rooms at their premises and cash in on a growing trend of holidaying in the UK? more...
National Licensing Week 2018 highlights breadth of sector
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 12:35:00 +0000
Now in its third year, National Licensing Week 2018 is taking place between 18-22 June to raise awareness of the role of licensing across the country. more...
Beavertown sells a minority stake to Heineken
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 09:35:00 +0000
North London brewery Beavertown is to sell a stake in its business to global brewing giant Heineken, it has been announced. more...
Fuller's: We have a formula to get famous for food
Thu, 21 Jun 2018 08:39:00 +0000
Fuller's director of food Paul Dickinson explains his long-term plans for the pub group's food offering, how he hopes to improve working conditions for chefs and why he absolutely hates an inverted scotch egg. more...
Popular London craft beer pub to close for flat redevelopment
Wed, 20 Jun 2018 15:48:00 +0000
The Fox, a popular craft beer pub in east London, is to shut its doors this weekend (24 June) its owners have announced. more...
Opinion: Pete Brown asks if advertisers are giving bang for your buck?
Wed, 20 Jun 2018 14:10:00 +0000
Beer writer Pete Brown reveals it was the marketing of beers in years gone by that first drew him to the industry more...
Payroll partnership to improve hospitality staff’s access to wages
Wed, 20 Jun 2018 13:29:00 +0000
Leisure and hospitality software provider Fourth has partnered with employee benefit facilitator Wagestream to offer hospitality employees greater control over when they can access their wages. more...
