On 3rd September, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) struck a fatal blow to Scotland’s plans to introduce minimum unit pricing for alcohol in the much anticipated outcome of the controversial court case. The legislation that saw the Scottish Parliament bring in a minimum unit price of 50p was passed in May 2012 but the legal challenge brought by the Scotch Whisky … [Read more...]
Drinkers subsidise non-drinkers by £6.5bn each year
The direct costs of alcohol use to the government in England – including NHS, police, criminal justice and welfare costs – amount to just under £4 billion each year, whilst revenues from alcohol taxes amount to over £10 billion. Using the most recent health, crime and drinking data, this new report demonstrates that, contrary to popular belief, drinkers are not a burden on … [Read more...]
Popworld comes to Derby
Popworld opened on Friar Street on Friday 28th August after a £300,000 investment. The club will create ten new jobs for the area and bring the people of Derby a new place to go throughout the week - all within the setting of the beautiful Grade II listed building. The bar opens with a cocktail menu which gives customers the choice of not only which drink they fancy, but how … [Read more...]
The Vaults, Southsea introduces the Beer Vaults
Fuller, Smith & Turner P.L.C., the London brewer and premium pub company,has opened The Beer Vaults, a new bar in The Vaults at 41-47 Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 2SF. This quirky pub in Southsea, situated on the famous Albert Road, has recently undergone refurbishment. Along with renovation of The Vault bars, this refurbishment also sees the launch … [Read more...]
Setting the Gold Service Standard
The Gold Service Scholarship is pleased to announce that the 2016 competition is now open for entries. The competition, which recognises the very best of front of house service, is open to all those aged between 22 and 28 years old who work front of house in any food and beverage sector from hotels, restaurants and clubs to food service management and fine dining. The deadline … [Read more...]