Ale and Beer

Co-op agrees pub development guidelines

The Co-Operative Group has agreed to a set of guidelines when developing convenience stores on pub sites, including a pledge to obtain planning permission rather than relying on permitted development rights.

Source:Co-op agrees pub development guidelines

Lancashire gastropub owner describes Christmas flooding 'nightmare'

The owner of a successful Lancashire gastropub has told of the ‘nightmare’ effect of recent flooding on her business.

Source:Lancashire gastropub owner describes Christmas flooding 'nightmare'

More devastating floods force pubs to close for Christmas

Pubs have been devastated yet again by floods, with many likely to struggle to open for Christmas Day.

Source:More devastating floods force pubs to close for Christmas

Alcohol-free beer no longer a pint sized issue

Alcohol-free beer is growing in popularity in Britain, according to new research released by AB InBev UK, and the largest beer company in the world is making steps towards growing its portfolio in response.

Source:Alcohol-free beer no longer a pint sized issue

Masterchef pub star: “In England we've been brought up on pubs – restaurants are French”

A Michelin-starred pub chef who previously won Masterchef: the Professional has told how he was proud to represent the sector again on the show this year.

Source:Masterchef pub star: “In England we've been brought up on pubs – restaurants are French”

Universities Offers Classes for Those Interested in Beer

With the craft beer industry growing rapidly over the last decade, more universities are offering online programs about the business side of craft beer.

Source:Universities Offers Classes for Those Interested in Beer

The Beer Studio launches bottled range

The Beer Studio has launched a range of four bottled beers to complement its existing draught range.

Source:The Beer Studio launches bottled range

Harvester donates 5,000 meals to local causes

Harvester, the Mitchells & Butlers-owned chain, has treated a multitude of charities local to its 230 sites to free Christmas meals.

Source:Harvester donates 5,000 meals to local causes

BrewDog ditches Camden Town Brewery after ABInBev buyout

ABInBev has bought Camden Town Brewery to ‘pave the way for further expansion’, and BrewDog has immediately reacted by ditching the beer from its bars.

Source:BrewDog ditches Camden Town Brewery after ABInBev buyout

Minimum unit pricing plans halted by European law

The campaign to bring in minimum unit pricing (MUP) on alcohol has suffered a blow after EU judges ruled the Scottish government’s plans to introduce such a scheme is contrary to European law.

Source:Minimum unit pricing plans halted by European law