Ale and Beer

Adnams will focus on brewing and distilling rather than its pub estate as its reasons for owning pubs “are diminishing”, chairman Jonathan Adnams has told the PMA’s sister title M&C Report.

Source:Adnams confirms pub disposals will continue

Sheffield-based pub group Reet Ale Pubs has completed the takeover of Blue Bee Brewery.

Source:Reet Ale Pubs takes over Blue Bee Brewery

The Government’s proposals to reform the planning system have been described as “potentially catastrophic for Britain’s pub sector”.

Source:Industry responds to 'catastrophic' planning reform proposals

You don’t have to be Tom Cruise to capitalise on the current cocktail craze, but as the trend grows, pubs risk being left behind. Robyn Black offers five good reasons to add mixed drinks to your repertoire.

Source:5 reasons to sell cocktails at your pub

An Ayrshire pub has launched a referendum ale with special ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ cask ales going on sale.

Source:Referendum tensions brew with launch of Scottish Independence Ale and Bitter Together