Ale and Beer

First .pub web addresses now available to buy

Website addresses specifically for pubs are now available to buy.

Source:First .pub web addresses now available to buy

Q&A: New pub food allergy requirements

Whether or not you serve food in your pub, the balance between your culinary and administration skills are about to be tested further. New European legislation comes into force at the end of this year, affecting the way that operators make customers aware of potential allergic ingredients in their dishes. James England, director at hospitality software provider Fourth, answers questions on how to best cope with the upcoming changes.

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First Drinks launches Sailor Jerry rum campaign to give bartenders a day-off

First Drinks is using its spiced rum brand Sailor Jerry to campaign for UK bartenders to have a national day off.

Source:First Drinks launches Sailor Jerry rum campaign to give bartenders a day-off

Nottingham set to go ahead with late-night levy

Nottingham City Council said it is likely a late-night levy will be approved next month, despite the fact 74% of respondents to the consultation have objected to the plan.

Source:Nottingham set to go ahead with late-night levy

ASA slaps immediate ban on 'I don't want to die sober' club night ad

An advert for a Newcastle club night featuring a man slumped against a car with the text “I don’t want to die sober” has been slapped with an immediate ban.

Source:ASA slaps immediate ban on 'I don't want to die sober' club night ad

Reducing food waste – saving money

Since the recent launch of the new Food Save scheme set up by the Mayor of London, pubs and restaurants are being encouraged to take part in the initiative, with one pub already set to save as much as £10,000 after signing up.

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BrewDog secures Clapham and Brighton sites

BrewDog, the Scottish brewer and pub operator, has confirmed that it has secured its fourth site in London, in Clapham, and also its first on the south coast in Brighton.

Source:BrewDog secures Clapham and Brighton sites