Premiership deal must not lead to price hikes for pubs, warns trade, Brigid Simmonds OBE, Chief Executive of the British Beer & Pub Association, comments: “With so much more paid for broadcast rights than last time, this deal must not lead to a huge increase in prices for pubs. “Pubs need a more competitive pricing policy, as well as alternative providers. Live … [Read more...]
England tops the Euro 2012 beer tax league
As the European Football Championships gets underway, a new league table reveals that British beer drinkers pay the highest levels of beer tax of all 16 qualifying countries. While beer lovers in host country Ukraine pay a mere four pence in every pint to their taxman, George Osborne takes a whacking 55 pence in every British pint. The table - produced by the British … [Read more...]
Recipe of the Week from Great British Chefs, by Robert Thompson
This week's recipe of the week is Chocolate & Chilli Tart with crème fraîche and lime from Robert Thompson and courtesy of www.greatbritishchefs.com This chocolate tart recipe brings in the fresh flavour of lime with the spicy kick of chilli for a fantastic finish to any meal. Robert Thompson from the Isle of Wight has won nearly every accolade imaginable since … [Read more...]
Job of the Week, Operations Director for UK pub chain
Operations Director to manage and grow a chain of small character pubs throughout the UK Reporting to the CEO Proven multi-site operator Hotel and restaurant background Develop a strong team to support the company expansion Strong financial management experience Responsible for acquisitions, brand development and standards This is a hands-on role for an … [Read more...]
Fuller’s looks forward with confidence
Fuller’s has reported its financial results for the 52 weeks ended 31 March 2012 – and very good reading they make, especially since the figures are for 52 weeks (2012) versus 53 weeks (2011). Whilst pointing to the success of long term strategy shown in these results, Fuller’s are looking forward to the next few months. Said Chairman, Michael Turner: “... we now look … [Read more...]