All Pubs articles – Page 15
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Analysis & InsightWorld Cup already providing boost to pubs and bars
Overall spending at pubs and bars was up 72% on the day of England’s first World Cup football match on Wednesday, compared to the equivalent day two weeks ago, according to new data from Dojo.
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NewsWadworth reports ‘highly commendable’ results despite cost pressures
The Wiltshire-based family brewer and pub operator said higher production volumes had offsett ’considerable strain’ to its cost base
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NewsSt Austell delivers ‘resilient’ 2025 performance amid tough trading conditions
The South West brewer, pub operator and drinks business recorded year-on-year revenue growth and underlying EBITDA of £22m, slightly down from £22.4m in 2024, reflecting the impact of rising costs and reduced consumer demand
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News#VATsTheProblem shop launched for hospitality operators
A new online shop with free, downloadable assets has launched for businesses to download and use in venue to promote the campaign petition, which now has more than 225,000 signatures
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NewsThwaites warns Middle East situation causing ‘uncertainty on several fronts’
The comments come the family brewer and regional pub operator reports strong FY26 results with turnover up 5% to £127m
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Analysis & InsightHospitality remains ‘stuck in stagnation’ as like-for-like sales grow marginally in May
Year-on-year growth across Britain’s leading hospitality groups has now been below the UK’s rate of inflation, as measured by the Consumer Prices Index, for 13 consecutive months
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InterviewsAmber Taverns: ‘Big screen sport is still very important for us’
James Baer, chairman of the popular community pub operator, says the World Cup represents a huge opportunity for the group with events now a key driver for growth
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Weekend PressBusiness leaders warn Labour ‘relentless’ taxation must stop
Dozens of business leaders including industry investor Luke Johnson have signed a letter calling for Labour to address the levies crippling founders, reports The Telegraph
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Weekend PressTim Martin: ‘Labour is taking Britain back to the 1970s’
The Wetherspoon founder speaks to The Telegraph about Brexit dividends, the secret to his success, and why government policies are destroying business
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Weekend PressCan Starmer’s late-night World Cup openings help Britain’s struggling pubs?
While venues could stay open until 2am, rising costs remain a far bigger concern for many landlords, reports The Guardian
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NewsGeorgie and Sam Pearman step away from Cubitt House
The Pearmans joined the business in 2021 and have helped grow Cubitt House across the capital, before the business was recently acquired by Young’s
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OpinionIs Andy Burnham hospitality’s knight in shining armour?
The ‘King of the North’ has promised to shower hospitality with shiny trinkets including business rate reductions and VAT cuts should he triumph in Makerfield and take Labour’s crown
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NewsChancellor calls on sector to continue working constructively with government
Addressing UKHospitality’s Summer Conference this week via video message, Rachel Reeves claimed ’the best days are ahead of us’ while acknowleding the sector’s tough trading conditions
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Analysis & InsightWho will be the winners of the government’s summer VAT cut?
While complexities around implementation hardly feel tailored to benefit operators, there are notable opportunities for businesses across the sector to make hay while the sun shines this summer
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NewsFuller’s: ‘Staycation boost is also a consequence of our own investment’
CEO Simon Emeny tells MCA that growth in domestic tourism may be caused by the geopolitical situation, but believes high levels of investment are driving hotel bookings and other revenue for Fuller’s
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NewsGreene King invests £3m into pubs ahead of busy summer
The pubco has refreshed outdoor areas and improved HD screens and sound systems, in a bid to set up its venues ahead of the FIFA World Cup and other sports tournaments this summer
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NewsAnother successful year for Fuller’s
The pubco has reported revenue of £397.8m for the year to 28 March 2026 - up 5.7% on the previous year - with strong staycation demand and advance bookings for the World Cup
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NewsGreene King launches upgraded menus at its heritage pubs
The pub company and brewer said it had taken learnings from its premium investments programme, with premium wines, cocktails and seasonal specials added to the menu across more than 70 pubs
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NewsOperators urged to respond to government consultation on employment rights changes
The consultation, which closes in August, will be used to shape the eligibility and scope of new policies related to zero and low-hours workers
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NewsMCA’s Pub Conference returns on 25 June with industry-leading speaker line-up
Secure your place at the UK’s leading pub sector conference, featuring panel sessions on community pubs, sports bars, innovation, accommodation, people and culture and family brewers.