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Public House Group founders take on Mayfair townhouse The trio behind pub operator Public House Group have acquired a six-storey townhouse opposite The Connaught hotel. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #PublicHouseGroup
Public House Group founders take on Mayfair townhouse

Public House Group founders take on Mayfair townhouse

The Pelican, The Hero and The Fat Badger operator Public House Group is gearing up to make its West End debut having acquired a six-storey Mayfair townhouse opposite The Connaught hotel. Westminster...

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Pub ban targeting hundreds of MPs set for 1 March Hospitality Voices has set 1 March 2027 as the launch date for a planned nationwide ban on MPs who have not publicly backed a VAT cut for the hospitality sector. Read here lnkd.in/eU8tX8qQ #MpPubBan

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Diageo invests in Guinness ahead of Xmas spike Diageo has vowed to increase support for the on-trade ahead of Christmas as demand for Guinness soars. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #Diageo #Guiness
Diageo invests in Guinness ahead of Xmas spike

Diageo invests in Guinness ahead of Xmas spike

Diageo has vowed to increase support for the on-trade ahead of Christmas as demand for Guinness continues to grow.

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Marston's PLC Brewery: History behind the Burton landmark Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #TheCaskProject #Marstons
Marston’s Brewery: History behind the Burton landmark

Marston’s Brewery: History behind the Burton landmark

After Carlsberg Britvic announced the proposed closure of the historic Marston's brewery in Burton-upon-Trent, The Morning Advertiser has taken a look back at the milestones that shaped it.

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BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers Cider director on looking beyond the surface Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti…
BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers director on looking beyond the surface

BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers director on looking beyond the surface

Thatchers commercial director Joanna Austin discusses leadership, consumer insight, business growth and the lessons learned from a failed drinks launch.

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Are pubs making the most of their Sunday roasts? A firm favourite on pub menus across the country, the traditional Sunday roast remains a major draw for customers. But is there room to do more with this British classic? Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #LockInPodcast
All about that baste: are pubs making the most of their roasts?

All about that baste: are pubs making the most of their roasts?

The Great British Roast comes under scrutiny in the latest episode of the Lock In podcast, looking at supply challenges and innovation.

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OPINION: The Autumn Budget has left many pubs facing a tougher financial outlook, according to the owner of the Killingworth Castle. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #AutumnBudget
OPINION: Budget has made things worse for 90% of pubs

OPINION: Budget has made things worse for 90% of pubs

Killingworth Castle owner Claire Aelxander says rising business rates and a lack of VAT reform will force pubs to shelve expansion plans and cut growth.

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Hackney restaurant Lardo is expanding south of the river, with plans to open a new Italian-inspired restaurant and bar, FERAL, at Peckham pub John the Unicorn later this month. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #HackneyRestaurant
Hackney stalwart Lardo heads south of the river with FERAL

Hackney stalwart Lardo heads south of the river with FERAL

Hackney restaurant Lardo will open FERAL, an Italian-inspired restaurant and bar, at Peckham pub John the Unicorn later this month. Lardo owner Nathan Woodhead has installed a new kitchen and dining...

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VIDEO: Bristol Beer Factory is bidding to be best business in city Bristol Beer Factory has been brewing in the city since 2004, and its North Street taproom remains a home for the brewery’s cask tradition. Watch here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #BristolBeerFactory
VIDEO: Bristol Beer Factory is bidding to be best business in city

VIDEO: Bristol Beer Factory is bidding to be best business in city

The Morning Advertiser explores Bristol Beer Factory’s cask heritage, community programme and ambition to become the city’s best business, not just its best brewery.

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The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has welcomed its first 10 graduates onto a new industry-wide academy, following almost 1,000 applications. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #BBPA
BBPA launches graduate academy

BBPA launches graduate academy

The BBPA has welcomed 10 graduates onto its new two-year training academy after receiving almost 1,000 applications, with leading UK pub operators and brewers taking part.

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EXCLUSIVE: Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars has reported record results for FY26, delivering growth despite continued challenges across the hospitality sector. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #CheshireCat
EXCLUSIVE: Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars reports record year

EXCLUSIVE: Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars reports record year

Cheshire Cat Pubs & Bars has posted record results for FY26 despite ongoing challenges.

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BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers commercial director Joanna Austin reflects on how her early career in estate agency shaped her approach to business and leadership. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #BigInterview #Thatchers #JoannaAustin
BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers director on looking beyond the surface

BIG INTERVIEW: Thatchers director on looking beyond the surface

Thatchers commercial director Joanna Austin discusses leadership, consumer insight, business growth and the lessons learned from a failed drinks launch.

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Rising wage costs are creating growing challenges for hospitality operators, with businesses warning of tougher recruitment conditions and fewer opportunities for young people entering the sector. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #HospitalityJobs
Rising wages reshaping hospitality employment

Rising wages reshaping hospitality employment

Hospitality operators have warned higher wage costs are reshaping employment across the sector, making recruitment tougher and reducing opportunities for young people.

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Butcombe Group has reported an 8.1% rise in like-for-like managed pub sales during its third quarter, supported by strong summer trading and continued investment across its estate. Read more here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #ButcombeSales
Butcombe pub sales rise 8.1% as Christmas bookings grow

Butcombe pub sales rise 8.1% as Christmas bookings grow

Butcombe Group reported an 8.1% rise in third-quarter like-for-like pub sales, with refurbishments driving growth and Christmas bookings ahead of last year.

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The numbers behind pubs’ community impact Pubs contribute an estimated £30bn a year in wellbeing value, according to the British Beer & Pub Association’s (BBPA) Pubs as Social Infrastructure report, published in July. Read more here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #PubsWithPurpose
The numbers behind pubs’ community impact

The numbers behind pubs’ community impact

How much are pubs worth to their communities? We look at the figures behind their impact on wellbeing, charity, sport and loneliness.

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BrewDog co-founder James Watt is in talks over two potential sites for his new Second Best bar concept, with the first openings targeted for Q2 2027. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #JamesWatt #SecondBestBar
James Watt in talks for two Second Best bar sites ahead of 2027 launch

James Watt in talks for two Second Best bar sites ahead of 2027 launch

BrewDog co-founder James Watt is in talks over two Second Best bar sites, targeting openings in Q2 2027 with plans for five venues across London, Manchester and Scotland.

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Cask Marque campaign aims to raise beer and cellar standards Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #CaskProject #TheCaskProject
Cask Marque campaign to improve beer and cellar standards

Cask Marque campaign to improve beer and cellar standards

Cask Marque will launch a consumer campaign encouraging drinkers to check pub beer and cellar hygiene ratings before visiting, as it seeks to raise standards.

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My Pub: CC Blooms, Edinburgh Husbands Mitch Stark and Tim Douglas took over CC Blooms in 2008, continuing the legacy of one of Edinburgh’s first LGBTQIA+ hospitality venues. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #MyPub #CCBlooms
MY PUB: CC Blooms, Edinburgh

MY PUB: CC Blooms, Edinburgh

Tim Douglas of CC Blooms in Edinburgh tells The Morning Advertiser about his LGBTQIA+ pub with a focus on the ground-floor bar and the Lab - its nightclub in the basement.

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The Government has faced criticism from Club Soda after failing to include a proposed VAT exemption for alcohol-free drinks in the Autumn Budget. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #LowNoProject
Gov misses chance to back pubs on alcohol-free VAT cut

Gov misses chance to back pubs on alcohol-free VAT cut

Club Soda says the Budget missed a chance to boost pubs by removing VAT on alcohol-free drinks, while welcoming support for low-strength producers.

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Guinness sees double-digit growth as Diageo sales rise Guinness has continued to record strong international growth, despite falling beer sales across Great Britain and Ireland, according to Diageo’s latest trading update. Read here: morningadvertiser.co.uk/Arti… #DiageoSales
Guinness sees double-digit growth as Diageo sales rise

Guinness sees double-digit growth as Diageo sales rise

Guinness recorded double-digit growth across key international markets as Diageo sales rose 1.2% to £3.63bn, despite weaker beer sales in Great Britain and Ireland.

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