Ale and Beer

Sky Sports and BBC to show Formula 1

Sky Sports and the BBC will broadcast Formula 1 in the UK between 2012 and 2018, under a new rights deal.

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BBPA’s ‘frank exchange’ with PPL over planned rise

The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) had a “frank exchange of views” with PPL last week over the planned increase in fees.

Source:BBPA’s ‘frank exchange’ with PPL over planned rise

Welsh AM: pubcos must give a bit back

A newly-elected Welsh AM has called on pubcos to give “a little bit back” and consider offers from communities for pubs.

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Punch shareholders approve demerger

Punch Taverns shareholders have approved the demerger of the leased and managed pub businesses.

Source:Punch shareholders approve demerger

DBC Foodservice appoints head of on-trade

DBC Foodservice has appointed a new head of hotels, pubs and restaurants to focus on its on-trade business.

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Gastropub awards launched for 2012

The Publican’s Morning Advertiser has began its search for Britain’s top 50 gastropubs, in partnership with Budweiser Budvar UK.

Source:Gastropub awards launched for 2012

Diageo spends £1m on gin

Diageo has launched a new global campaign for its Tanqueray London Dry Gin brand, investing more than £1m in sponsoring high-profile lifestyle events.

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Berlin Beer Festival to Offer 2,000 Brews

From Aug. 5 to 7, if you come upon bar maids in silly costumes and gallons of beer flowing from taps, you haven’t stumbled on an out-of-season Oktoberfest. This is the Berlin International Beer Festival, in which Communist-era housing blocks provide the backdrop for a suds-themed party.

Source:Berlin Beer Festival to Offer 2,000 Brews