All Pubs articles – Page 4
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OpinionFuller’s succession plan leaves few surprises
Key to the success of Fuller’s management team is a succession process ‘as smooth as a head on a pint of London pride’, says Dominic Walsh, as he considers the implications of the recently announced reshuffle
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NewsHeartwood: ‘We continue to invest as others cut back’
The operator of Heartwood Inns pubs and Brasserie Blanc restaurants has reported a 12.6% increase in revenue to £67.9m for the year ended 30 June 2024, with site EBITDA rising to £11.7m
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Event NewsOnly a few tickets left: Pub Conference 2025
Taking place this Thursday at London’s Ham Yard Hotel, the conference will bring together the UK’s leading pub and bar operators, investors, analysts and suppliers for a day packed with insight, strategy and connection
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NewsUKHospitality slams Industrial Strategy for ’ignoring 70% of the economy’
The trade body has criticised the government’s new Industrial Strategy as a “missed opportunity” that fails to support foundational sectors of the economy
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NewsRedCat Hospitality trials new carvery concept
RedCat said the offer, which follows a £600k investment, is built around “fast, friendly service and great value,” with a new loyalty scheme designed to drive return visits
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NewsStar Pubs to invest £4.5m in outside spaces
Around 88 pubs will benefit from improved gardens this year, with a quarter of these being themed to Heineken brands – and 83 pub buildings will be revamped on the outside to boost their kerb appeal.
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NewsUKHospitality: Late-night levy would be a ‘huge mistake’ for Westminster
The trade body welcomed proposals for new entertainment zones and extended night-time transport, but reiterated firm opposition to any additional taxation on hospitality venues
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InterviewsKevin Georgel: ‘We’re building a cohesive business, whether you’re brewing beer or serving guests’
St Austell’s CEO tells MCA the group’s record-breaking performance is down to a combination of targeted investment, refreshed brand identity and strong internal culture
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NewsOpenings of the week
MCA rounds up this week’s biggest openings stories, including Heartwood, Thunderbird, Rudy’s, Wagamama, Lucky Franks, ScandiKitchden, and more
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NewsMay sales dip as wet weather dampens Bank Holiday trade
Britain’s leading managed hospitality groups recorded a 1.0% year-on-year decline in sales in May, according to the latest CGA RSM Hospitality Business Tracker
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NewsPub and bar sector shows optimism despite headwinds
According to new data from DesignMyNight, 74% of surveyed operators expressed confidence in their long-term trading prospects, with 36% stating their businesses are currently thriving
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Event NewsOne week to go: Pub Conference 2025
The Pub Conference takes place next Thursday, 26 June, at London’s Ham Yard Hotel, bringing together operators, analysts, investors and suppliers for a day of sector-specific insight, strategy and networking
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NewsStonegate confirms central support job losses
The group has reduced the size of its managed estate over the past two years, from around 800 pubs to approximately 500 – necessitating a small central support team, it said.
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NewsTimothy Taylor pub estate sees ‘significant recovery in profitability’
The brewer and pub operator reported an increase in profit before tax, from £0.5m to £2.7m, for the year ended 30 September 2024
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Weekend PressBritain’s biggest pub company to slash jobs amid debt crunch
Stonegate looks to cut up to 150 jobs in an attempt to reduce costs, The Telegraph reports
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NewsPub sector increases commitment to DEI
Companies including Fuller’s, Greene King, and Punch Pubs have committed to furthering diversity and inclusion in support of the BBPA’s Open To All charter
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InterviewsFuller's Simon Emeny: ‘Leadership changes mirror 2007 move’
Emeny says the leadership changes announced yesterday had been “worked on for a number of years,” and that he will be combining the role of chairman and chief executive
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Event NewsIncipio Group to unveil next chapter at Pub Conference
CEO and co-founder Ed Devenport will reflect on a decade of growth and share what’s next for the multi-concept operator behind Pergola and The Prince
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NewsWadworth grows profit and managed pub sales
The brewer and pub operator has reported a 17% increase in EBITDA to £5.4m for the year to 4 January 2025, alongside strong growth in its managed estate and own-brewed beer sales
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NewsRobust trading and estate management drives returns for Fuller’s
The pub company achieved like-for-like growth across food, drink, and accommodation, and further announced Simon Emeny will become executive chairman next month