The Morning Advertiser

14/02/2025

Thornbridge Brewery and Ruvani de Silva have collaborated on a limited edition cask ale in recognition of their joint recognition at the 2024 British Guild of Beer Writers Awards.

Thornbridge Brewery is set to release a tumeric & ginger IPA in collaboration with award-winning beer writer Ruvani de Silva.

14/02/2025

“Introducing more flexibility into apprenticeships is something UKHospitality has long been calling for and I’m pleased the Government has acted on this.”

The Department for Education has made two major amends to apprenticeships that UKHospitality previously suggested to push the sector forward.

14/02/2025

“We look forward to supporting [Loungers’ Alex Reilley and Nick Collins] as they continue to expand Loungers across the UK.”

Alex Reilley and Nick Collins of Loungers have announced their excitement at the growth potential after the company's acquisition by Fortress.

14/02/2025

Shepherd Neame said the kegged beer is a fusion of four UK and US hops: Challenger and Jester from the UK and Mosaic and Amarillo from the US.

Kent brewer and pubco Shepherd Neame has added its first brew to its core range - the first time since 2021.

14/02/2025

The second quarter of Punch’s 2025 financial year trading to date has been “encouraging with profitability ahead of the prior year”.

Punch Pubs Group gives trading update after a 'strong' 16-week period.

14/02/2025

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13/02/2025

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09/02/2025

The report from Prestige Purchasing and CGA by NIQ reveals a month-on-month increase in inflation in December, raising fears of renewed price pressures for the UK’s hospitality sector.

The latest Foodservice Price Index shows a leap in food prices and warns a potential international trade war could spell gloom for the sector.

09/02/2025

“We are delighted the North Brewing brand and beers will join the Keystone family."

Keystone Brewing Group has acquired the beer brands of former Publican Awards triple winners North Brewing Co from Vertical Drinks/Kirkstall Brewery.

09/02/2025

TV star Claudia Winkleman to host the Publican Awards 2025.

The secret is out, the hunt is over, we’re delighted to reveal that the host of the Publican Awards 2025 is… Claudia Winkleman!

09/02/2025

This marked the culmination of a 12-year long partnership with the charity, throughout which Greene King has raised a total of £20m.

Pubs are facing an extremely tough time, but we also want to show the positive news going on within the industry in 2025.

09/02/2025

Poppleston Allen responds to questions on off-sales as well as how and when to appoint a new designated premises supervisor.

Poppleston Allen partner David Inzani answers operator questions on off-sales as well as how and when to appoint a new Designated Premises Supervisor.

09/02/2025

“I know a pint tastes nice at home but it tastes better in a pub.”

TNT Sports pundits Owen Hargreaves, Joe Cole and Danny Care talk to The MA about their view of the screening of live sports in pubs.

09/02/2025

Sales saw a year-on-year drop of 5% in the seven days to Saturday 25 January, with the storm hitting trade hardest on Friday 24 January with Daily a 14% slump.

The latest Drinks Recovery Tracker from CGA by NIQ revealed the late Christmas surge in trade was followed by a 9% slump in the first full week of January.

09/02/2025

"It is a sad but stark fact that UK pubgoers will be paying the highest beer duty than any of the other competing nations in the Six Nations.”

The Six Nations rugby tournament is predicted to have a positive effect on UK pub operators. The BBPA expects the tournament will yeald an extra 56m in sales.

08/02/2025

The company said the Newcastle site will host a carefully curated selection of eateries and food traders.

Manchester-smash hit Freight Island has announced its second destination site, with the opening of a huge 60,000 square foot venue in the heart of Newcastle.

08/02/2025

Additionally, three of the five top selling packaged beer and cider brands were low & no lager and stout brands.

Greene King has reported high sales of non alcoholic options throughout their sites in January, as wider selections of low and no options have become available in pubs.

08/02/2025

Closing doors: Ye Olde Swiss Tavern Cottage closes after years of trading

Well-known north London pub, Ye Olde Swiss Cottage, unexpectedly closed its doors on Saturday after two centuries of trading.