All Pubs articles – Page 3
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News
McMullen’s profit tops £16m as retail division drives growth
Turnover at the group’s 115 managed pubs reached £115m, up 8.1% year on year, with gains supported by price increases, strategic investments and site acquisitions
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Interviews
Young’s: ‘London is alive and kicking’
With positive sales momentum continuing for the pub operator, CEO Simon Dodd speaks to MCA about its investment plan for the coming year, its upcoming loyalty debut and the prospects for future acquisitions
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News
Openings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including Vagabond Wines, Mouse Tail Coffee, HBR, and more
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Event News
Pub leaders to share sustainability strategies at Pub Conference
M&B’s David Briggs, Punch Pubs’ Jon Dale and Shepherd Neame’s Martin Godden will explore their approaches to reducing carbon footprints, cutting waste, and transitioning to renewable energy
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News
Young’s pushes ahead with sector-leading growth
Like-for-like revenue growth stood at 5.7% in the year to 31 March, and 8% in the past nine weeks, with the pub company reporting total revenue of £485.8m
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Event News
Lumina Intelligence to unveil key growth trends in UK pub sector
A dedicated insight session will present the latest data from the Pub Market Report 2025 at this year’s Pub Conference
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News
Punch Pubs completes £640m refinancing
The pub company, which operates c.1,264 sites, has extended its bond financing to December 2030 while increasing the bond from £600m to £640m.
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Event News
Pub Conference: panel to address workforce resilience and retention
As rising labour costs and talent shortages challenge hospitality, leaders at MCA’s Pub Conference will examine how operators are building and nurturing resilient teams
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Events
Pub leaders to share strategies for standout destination venues
Leaders from Greene King, Butcombe and St Austell will explore the strategies behind building and sustaining these venues at this year’s Pub Conference
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News
One third of hospitality businesses now operating at a loss
A joint survey of pubs, bars, restaurants, and hotels found the number of operators making a loss had risen by 11% on the previous quarter
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Events
RedCat CEO on growth and consolidation strategy
Richard Lewis will take to the stage at Pub Conference 2025 to share insights into the company’s rapid rise and future ambitions
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News
Openings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including The Chalk, Burger Drop, Rudy’s, and more
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Events
How leading pub groups are powering performance through partnerships
Leaders from Admiral Taverns, Amber Taverns and Punch Pubs will discuss how operator-managed partnerships can drive performance and unlock shared success at this year’s Pub Conference
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Opinion
The enigma of the anonymous CEO
Dominic Walsh considers the curious position of Wetherspoon CEO John Hutson, who plays second fiddle to its founder and chair Tim Martin, as well as the latest news from Oakman, as it sells a tranche of pubs to The Restaurant Group
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Events
Urban Pubs & Bars on growth, vision and entrepreneurial strategy
Chris Hill will take to the stage at next month’s Pub Conference to share how London’s largest independent pub operator is navigating growth and evolving guest expectations
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Interviews
Tommy Banks: ‘I’m passionate about saving pubs’
The Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur speaks to MCA about breathing new life into venues through his latest venture, Jeopardy Hospitality
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News
Easter sun lifts pub sales as restaurants and bars lag behind
Managed pub groups across the UK enjoyed a bumper April, with like-for-like sales up 9.1% year-on-year, according to the latest CGA RSM Hospitality Business Tracker
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Event News
Nightcap CEO on going private and expanding night-time economy
At this year’s Pub Conference, Sarah Willingham will take the stage to share her strategic vision for the fast-growing hospitality group following its decision to go private
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Event News
In pictures: Hostech 2025
This year’s packed Hostech conference brought together senior leaders from across the UK’s hospitality sector to explore the technologies and trends shaping the industry’s digital future
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News
Hospitality companies recognised in Sunday Times Best Places to Work list
Popeyes, Wingstop, Butcombe Group, and Parogon Group were among the hospitality operators recognised for their people culture