Brigid Simmonds, Chief Executive, British Beer & Pub Association, has commented on figures released today by the Office of the Pubs Code Adjudicator: “Whilst it will take time to obtain a full picture of the ongoing demand, it is encouraging to see that the rate of new enquiries appears to have fallen sharply, since November. “However, there is clearly good awareness … [Read more...]
Star Pubs & Bars sees coffee as key to enabling all-day trade
Star Pubs & Bars has negotiated a comprehensive coffee support deal for its licensees with roaster Matthew Algie. The package has been carefully crafted to help licensees increase sales and profits through a more premium coffee offering, which includes a choice of beans and machines suited to different pubs as well as pub-specific advice on building their coffee … [Read more...]
Brewhouse & Kitchen reveal Christmas performance figures
Following an exciting year of acquisition and growth, Brewhouse & Kitchen is delighted to report on a successful Christmas and December period. Investment into a new website, bookings system and enhanced brand marketing has delivered exceptional results, with like-for-like net sales across the group up by 14.6%. Brewhouse & Kitchen has 14 brewpubs operating under the … [Read more...]
Work starts on £430k development of contemporary Scottish bar and restaurant
Heineken owned Star Pubs & Bars and Hope Street Lease Ltd (a partnership between Glasgow hospitality operators Neil Douglas and Billy Mcaneney) have started work on a £430,000 refurbishment of Trader Joes on Hope Street in Glasgow. The rundown pub will become a contemporary Scottish bar and restaurant called Ardnamurchan, specialising in Scottish food and drink. The … [Read more...]
ALMR reiterates call for business rates reform
Following the Government’s decision to implement business rates relief for broadband network providers, the ALMR has called upon the Government to implement comprehensive reform of business rates. ALMR Chief Executive Kate Nicholls said: “The Government’s decision to grant business rates relief for broadband network providers shows willingness on its part to address concerns … [Read more...]