Craft brewing apprenticeship programme, Craft Academy has opening its first ever London training brewing in Herne Hill, bringing apprentice-led brewing to the capital. To celebrate the opening and the progress of the scheme in London, Craft Academy is hosting a launch event at the Florence Pub in Herne Hill, the new home of the microbrewery. The microbrewery will be a … [Read more...]
First Female Bartender at The American Bar
Philippa Guy, who has recently been appointed as senior bartender at The Savoy's famous American Bar, the first female in this role for 100 years. This prestigious role, which was held previously by the renowned cocktail figure Ada Coleman, was awarded to the Branbury- born 24 year old after she spent two years working her way up the ranks in this world famous bar. During … [Read more...]
Brakspear rewards top tenants with Hospitality Awards
Tenants at seven Brakspear pubs were singled out for recognition and a £500 prize as winners of the pub operator’s annual Hospitality Awards. The awards rewarded tenants who had demonstrated either excellence in one area of their business, or achievement across the board. Overall sales growth, scores in the company’s Silent Customer mystery dining visits and TripAdvisor … [Read more...]
Tax Equality Day – great chance to highlight tax unfairness on pubs, says Brigid Simmonds
Commenting on today’s Tax Equality Day, which highlights the unfairness of Britain’s VAT system on pubs, BBPA Chief Executive Brigid Simmonds said: “Today the pub industry is shining a light on just how unfair VAT is, for both pubs and the wider hospitality sector. “If you buy a meal in a supermarket there is no VAT, but in the pub, you pay 20 per cent. “Even a small … [Read more...]
ALMR urges Scottish pubs and restaurants to consider rates appeal as deadline looms
The ALMR has urged pubs and restaurants in Scotland to act before the 30 September deadline for appeals against new rateable values. After the deadline, Scottish businesses are likely to be stuck for five years with rates bills calculated on valuations based on 2015 prices. During that period, the Scottish Government will be acting upon proposals from the recently published … [Read more...]