Novus Leisure, the pioneers driving the late night London scene, has today announced its new partnership with the charitable fund, Cheers for Cheer. Launched in August 2016, by Carly Pickering, a former employee of Novus, this unique charity focuses on small, unsupported projects in South America, Africa and here in the UK. Cheers for Cheer aims to use the power and … [Read more...]
Brexit – BBPA publishes manifesto for British beer and pubs
The British Beer & Pub Association has today published a manifesto for Britain’s exit from the European Union, which sets out how the beer and pub sector can be a force for growth and job creation as Britain leaves the EU. The manifesto urges the Government to strive towards the most competitive tax and regulatory regime in Europe, and help to foster a resurgence in beer … [Read more...]
Brakspear offers haunted pub tour for Halloween
Henley-based brewer and pub operator Brakspear is marking Halloween with a special ‘Ghost Hunt' around three of its pubs in Henley. The tour, on 31 October, promises to unveil the inns' haunted histories, guided by local clairvoyant and Henley town councillor David Eggleton. The tour takes place in three Brakspear pubs with a spooky story: the Little Angel in Remenham, Row … [Read more...]
Wetherspoon and RSPCA assured
JD Wetherspoon has become the first pub company to gain recognition from RSPCA Assured - the RSPCA's ethical food label - for sourcing eggs from farms that care for their hens to higher welfare standards throughout their lives. Wetherspoon has committed to using only RSPCA Assured shell eggs in its pubs (44 million per annum). Its head of food development, Jameson … [Read more...]
Residents give their views of licensing laws to Lords inquiry
The House of Lords Licensing Act 2003 Committee will question residents’ associations about the effectiveness and impact of current licensing laws, in its evidence session next Tuesday 11 October. The Licensing Act 2003 set out to provide greater freedom to the hospitality and leisure industry, as well as giving consumers more choice. At the same time the new legislation was … [Read more...]