Punch Taverns has claimed rents at its pubs are at an historic low. Suzy Jackson, Punch Partnerships lettings and recruitment director, said it was broadening its search for new licensees. She said: "Punch is determined to ensure that those partners taking on a pub business in partnership with us have complete clarity on the earning potential of their business upfront and total transparency in all dealings with us "Rents are at an historic low and the breadth of opportunity is great. Our current vacancies have earning potential up to £80K, with the largest number of opportunities in the profit bracket of £25k to £30k.” Recent recruits included people from a variety of backgrounds including accountants, builders, marketers, and even a Dr of Neuroscience, she added.