Ale and Beer

Statutory code: PMA view – Let’s accept it and move on

So we finally have the beginnings of a statutory code of conduct for Britain’s tenanted pubcos
and an industry adjudicator to enforce it.

Source:Statutory code: PMA view – Let’s accept it and move on

Statutory code: Government publishes long-awaited response

The Government has confirmed that it will introduce a statutory code to govern the pubco/tenant relationship but has stopped short of having a mandatory free-of-tie or market-rent only option, and will also not scrap the beer tie.

Source:Statutory code: Government publishes long-awaited response

Pub chef reaches Craft Guild of Chef’s Graduate Awards 2014 semi-final

Matthew Ramsdale from the Lime Kiln in Owestry, Shropshire, is one of 20 chefs competing in the competition on 11 June.

Source:Pub chef reaches Craft Guild of Chef’s Graduate Awards 2014 semi-final

Pubs don't just 'deposit drunks', Diageo director claims

Pubs should be appreciated as responsible outlets that help communities, not as places that “deposit drunks”, a Diageo director has urged.

Source:Pubs don't just 'deposit drunks', Diageo director claims

Statutory code for pubcos will be announced in Queen's Speech

The Government will announce the introduction of a statutory code of conduct for tenanted pub companies in the Queen’s Speech on Wednesday with the dismantling of the current self-regulatory system.

Source:Statutory code for pubcos will be announced in Queen's Speech

Councils eye minimum pricing move

Nine councils in England and Wales are considering bringing their own alcohol minimum pricing strategies, according to research conducted by Poppleston Allen.

Source:Councils eye minimum pricing move