Ale and Beer

Campaign to reopen pub amid claims shooting was a 'freak accident'

A campaign has been launched to reopen a pub amid claims a reported shooting at the venue was a ‘freak accident’.

Source:Campaign to reopen pub amid claims shooting was a 'freak accident'

Concern over Bulmers cider promotion dismissed by the ASA

The Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has dismissed fears from Alcohol Concern that an online promotion for Bulmers cider could hold ‘particular appeal’ for people under the age of 18.

Source:Concern over Bulmers cider promotion dismissed by the ASA

Brewers’ approach to women ‘improved’ says poll

Women believe brewers’ approach to their gender has improved over the past 10 years, but say there is still more work to be done, according to new research.

Source:Brewers’ approach to women ‘improved’ says poll

The Big Interview: Oakman Inns founder Peter Borg-Neal

Peter Borg-Neal is different to many pubco chief executives, having worked in just about every role in the business. Oli Gross finds out more about him.

Source:The Big Interview: Oakman Inns founder Peter Borg-Neal

Absolut Vodka launches LGBT on-trade exclusive bottle design

Absolut Vodka is pumping up its support of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transexual people, by mixing up the rainbow flag for a new bottle design.

Source:Absolut Vodka launches LGBT on-trade exclusive bottle design

Great British Pub Award winners reap rewards

The Great British Pub Awards brings together some of the best in the sector and rewards those representing the highest possible standards. Nikkie Sutton talks to some of last year’s winners

Source:Great British Pub Award winners reap rewards

Is Newby conflicted? Key points about the new pubs code adjudicator

Paul Newby’s appointment as pubs code adjudicator has come under intense scrutiny amid claims of conflict of interest, culminating in a grilling at a Business Innovation and Skills select committee
last week. The Publican’s Morning Advertiser looks at the key arguments from both sides.

Source:Is Newby conflicted? Key points about the new pubs code adjudicator

Beware of the appeals 'lottery'

We are now into the 11th year since ‘licensing reform’ and the old system is becoming a dot on the horizon; anyone involved in the industry for fewer than 10 years is likely to think a ‘transfer session’ means a football transfer window-inspired drinking bout.

Source:Beware of the appeals 'lottery'

Brexit might not led to less red tape for trade, licensing expert warns

Leading licensing solicitor Robert Sutherland has warned that leaving the European Union might not cut down on the amount of red tape and bureaucracy facing the UK pub sector.

Source:Brexit might not led to less red tape for trade, licensing expert warns

Edinburgh Gin launches 2.5m G&T distillery

Edinburgh Gin’s new Port of Leith-based distillery, which has been built on the site of a former biscuit factory, will be able to produce enough gin for 2.5 million G&Ts a year.

Source:Edinburgh Gin launches 2.5m G&T distillery