UK alcohol consumption in 2012 fell to the lowest level this century, with the trend of declining alcohol consumption continuing - this and a wealth of other key statistics are revealed in the latest annual edition of the British Beer & Pub Association’s Statistical Handbook 2013. 3.3% fall in consumption per head in 2012 There was a 3.3 per cent per cent fall in UK … [Read more...]
Seasonality is the key to Merry Christmas menus
Dishes which feature the best seasonal produce should be at the top of the Christmas list for catering businesses this year, advises buying specialist Lynx Purchasing. Make the most of British produce To maintain good profit margins, seasonal menus should make the most of good quality British produce rather than rely too heavily on imported produce. “The temptation to … [Read more...]
UK property owners to lose up to £785 million tax relief
Britain's property owners, many of whom are everyday businesses - including hospitality businesses - are set to lose more than three quarters of a billion pounds (£785m) in unused tax relief in the coming financial year, according to capital allowances tax specialists, and ICAEW partner, Catax Solutions. Could this apply to your business? Change will impact from 1 April … [Read more...]
New report on positive impact of the beer duty cut
A new report, ‘Cheers! Budget 2013 – The impact of the beer duty cut,’ has been launched highlighting the wide benefits from the cut in beer duty. The report, published jointly by the British Beer & Pub Association, Campaign for Real Ale and the Society of Independent Brewers, sets out the social and economic benefits alongside case studies from across the … [Read more...]
It’s better down the pub – or is it?
New YouGov research has found that the British public are mostly now without a 'local', despite the traditional view that the Great British pub is the centre of social life. With over 17,000 fewer pubs in 2011 than in 1982 in the UK, and 26 pubs are closing every week, it’s clear the role of pubs has been and is changing. Pubs in decline The research shows that the … [Read more...]