By Graham Munro, Head of Energy Services, energyTEAM Trading Standards officers are getting tough on firms who ignore the rules for air-conditioning inspections, but it is not the threat of a fine, still a paltry £300, that is persuading firms to take the law seriously. It is the cost of running an inefficient, energy-guzzling system that is focusing their minds. If your … [Read more...]
Marston’s interims to 30 March: increased dividend reflects confidence
In common with many pub and restaurant companies reporting results, poor weather has impacted results, but Marston’s current trading gives them confidence in delivering full year targets, despite higher financing costs. Ralph Findlay, Chief Executive, commented on the results: “Although the first half of this year has been significantly impacted by the poor weather in … [Read more...]
Baker Tilly appointed Administrator to HK Taverns
HK Taverns, headquartered in Corby, Northamptonshire, manages and operates approximately 50 mainly leasehold pubs in the East Midlands, situated in market town locations close to good road links and tourist attractions, and ranging from small community pubs to large food- led operations. Graham Bushby and Guy Mander of Baker Tilly Restructuring and Recovery LLP have been … [Read more...]
Looking to run a pub? Check out Spirit’s new website
Spirit Leased has launched a brand new recruitment experience and website which aims to be one of the simplest sites to use when looking for a pub business to run. Aimed at experienced high calibre single and multiple operators, the new website profiles the available pub business opportunities in a succinct format and ensures the application process for them is quick and … [Read more...]
Hospitality SME owners shun social media for new business
The results of the latest Viking Small Business Barometer report demonstrate the time and resource pressures under which small businesses in hospitality are currently operating. For SMEs that have now been fighting for survival for years, finding the time or paying for the resource needed to be effective in social media, is a real struggle. H and C News suspects that the … [Read more...]