CAMRA has today strongly supported moves by Nigel Adams MP to bring forward a Parliamentary Bill to help protect valued community pubs and other local services. This is an issue that CAMRA has been campaigning on since early 2009, and was a central proposal in its Beer Drinkers and Pub Goers Charter, which has the support of over 150 MPs in Parliament.
The Protection of Local Services (Planning) Bill will give local councils in England the power to close loopholes in planning law which allow local services such as pubs, post offices, local shops and community centres to be demolished without the need to seek planning permission.
Nigel Adams, new Conservative MP for Selby and Ainsty was recently selected by a ballot in Parliament to bring forward legislation on a subject of his choice. Mr Adams used this opportunity to give local services such as pubs greater protection from demolition or change of use, a move which CAMRA has today praised. Mike Benner, CAMRA Chief Executive, said:
'This Bill will empower local communities and offer a much-needed lifeline to community pubs and other local services. Pubs are in crisis, with 39 closing every single week. A third of these pubs are then demolished without giving local communities a chance to save them. Both councils and communities are powerless to act as valued and viable pubs are destroyed.'
Wednesday, 30 June 2010
Thursday, 24 June 2010
England World Cup Success give UK Pubs Boost
Pubs full to bursting as England hang on to give fans something to sing about. The British Beer and Pub Association said that 3 million people attended English pubs and clubs yesterday for England’s final group game, while Sainsbury’s and Tesco also reported an uplift in sales of World Cup-themed merchandise.
Wednesday, 23 June 2010
Visiting the Pub is 'typically English'
The Drink of England survey of 5,000 people found 73% think spending time in pubs and taverns is a truly English past time, reports the Morning Advertiser.
Enjoying a traditional Sunday roast came second in the poll of “Englishness”. Sharing a roast with all the trimmings was 71% of respondents’ favourite time of the week.
However, talking about the weather was the third most popular trait according to 64% of people, who thought that temperature, outlook and forecast were topics to be discussed up to five times a day.
“What better way to support England this summer than not only waving our English flags with pride but also remembering all those typically English traits that make our country what it is,” said Chris Lewis for Wells Bombardier Beer.
“No other country has an institution like the great English pub — and what better way to show your support for England this summer than heading down your local, supping a pint of English cask beer and keeping that stiff upper lip — especially watching the football.”
A cup of tea and a stiff upper lip came fourth and fifth in the poll of English traits while queueing, gossiping and curtain twitching were also mentioned.
Enjoying a traditional Sunday roast came second in the poll of “Englishness”. Sharing a roast with all the trimmings was 71% of respondents’ favourite time of the week.
However, talking about the weather was the third most popular trait according to 64% of people, who thought that temperature, outlook and forecast were topics to be discussed up to five times a day.
“What better way to support England this summer than not only waving our English flags with pride but also remembering all those typically English traits that make our country what it is,” said Chris Lewis for Wells Bombardier Beer.
“No other country has an institution like the great English pub — and what better way to show your support for England this summer than heading down your local, supping a pint of English cask beer and keeping that stiff upper lip — especially watching the football.”
A cup of tea and a stiff upper lip came fourth and fifth in the poll of English traits while queueing, gossiping and curtain twitching were also mentioned.
Tuesday, 22 June 2010
UK Pubs Welcome Beer Duty Freeze
The surprise freeze in alcohol duty announced in today’s budget has been welcomed by the beleaguered pub trade, while the VAT hike came as no surprise.
"This is a welcome relief for struggling pubs during difficult times," says the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) of the duty freeze.
The BBPA, which estimates that the VAT hike would add 6 pence to the price of a pint of beer, is fatalistic about the 20% VAT announcement. "This tax increase is not welcome, but is understandable and applies to everybody," it says. "We hope this will be short-term pain for long-term gain."
Seen as a comparatively effective way of raising additional revenue, the VAT rise was widely expected. And given that alcohol duty was increased above inflation in every budget during Labour’s time in government, the pub and off-licence trade were bracing themselves for a double whammy of a VAT rise and an increase in duty, so there will be a feeling that things could have been much worse for the sector.
"This is a welcome relief for struggling pubs during difficult times," says the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) of the duty freeze.
The BBPA, which estimates that the VAT hike would add 6 pence to the price of a pint of beer, is fatalistic about the 20% VAT announcement. "This tax increase is not welcome, but is understandable and applies to everybody," it says. "We hope this will be short-term pain for long-term gain."
Seen as a comparatively effective way of raising additional revenue, the VAT rise was widely expected. And given that alcohol duty was increased above inflation in every budget during Labour’s time in government, the pub and off-licence trade were bracing themselves for a double whammy of a VAT rise and an increase in duty, so there will be a feeling that things could have been much worse for the sector.
Friday, 18 June 2010
Football Fever Keeps Bars and Pubs Full Even In Katmandu
As the world is gripped by South Africa World Cup 2010 fever, Nepali football lovers as well as fans are enjoying football matches not only in the cinema halls but also in the restaurants and bars.
Thousands of miles away from South Africa, Nepali football lovers are flocking to local bars, pubs and restaurants in the capital city to enjoy their favorite games hooting for their favorite teams.
Though World Cup is far a dream for Nepalis, the World Cup fever is catching more fans in Nepal. Despite nine hours power cut, all football lovers are enjoying the football gala with their family and friends in every possible way.
Flags of all the participating countries and regions and renowned footballers are hanging on walls of the hall. During the half time football fans can enjoy the African dish prepared for the particular day.
Thousands of miles away from South Africa, Nepali football lovers are flocking to local bars, pubs and restaurants in the capital city to enjoy their favorite games hooting for their favorite teams.
Though World Cup is far a dream for Nepalis, the World Cup fever is catching more fans in Nepal. Despite nine hours power cut, all football lovers are enjoying the football gala with their family and friends in every possible way.
Flags of all the participating countries and regions and renowned footballers are hanging on walls of the hall. During the half time football fans can enjoy the African dish prepared for the particular day.
Thursday, 17 June 2010
UK Pub Company in Share Issue Proposal
The Capital Pub Company is to tap its investors for millions of pounds in order to build a war chest for pub acquisitions.
In a circular to investors ahead of a general meeting on 30 June, the firm said it would propose to issue 5,571,000 ordinary shares.
Normally, the company would propose to issue new shares at its AGM, which is scheduled for September this year.
But the firm said: "There are some earnings-enhancing opportunities that the directors are keen to pursue in the short term."
The company will announce its results for the financial year ended 27 March 2010 on Wednesday,23 June.
In a circular to investors ahead of a general meeting on 30 June, the firm said it would propose to issue 5,571,000 ordinary shares.
Normally, the company would propose to issue new shares at its AGM, which is scheduled for September this year.
But the firm said: "There are some earnings-enhancing opportunities that the directors are keen to pursue in the short term."
The company will announce its results for the financial year ended 27 March 2010 on Wednesday,23 June.
Wednesday, 16 June 2010
Top Chefs to Run London Eye Restaurant for London Restaurant Festival
Eleven of the capital's leading chefs will take over the London Eye this October transforming one of its capsules into a mini restaurant as part of the 2010 London Restaurant Festival, reports caterersearch.
Now in its second year, the London Restaurant Festival was founded by the London Evening Standard's food critic Fay Maschler and Simon Davis, who together run restaurant consultancy A Private View, as a citywide celebration of dining out.
It will run across the capital for two weeks from 4-18 October and is designed to raise the profile of restaurants involved and drive footfall.
Chefs including Gordon Ramsay, Angela Hartnett, Richard Corrigan, Giorgio Locatelli and Francesco Mazzei will cook for one night each at the pop up restaurant on the London Eye which can accommodate up to 10 diners.
Last year, Ramsay's restaurant was auctioned off for £23,000 and the chef has committed to auction off his night again this year with proceeds going to charity StreetSmart.
Now in its second year, the London Restaurant Festival was founded by the London Evening Standard's food critic Fay Maschler and Simon Davis, who together run restaurant consultancy A Private View, as a citywide celebration of dining out.
It will run across the capital for two weeks from 4-18 October and is designed to raise the profile of restaurants involved and drive footfall.
Chefs including Gordon Ramsay, Angela Hartnett, Richard Corrigan, Giorgio Locatelli and Francesco Mazzei will cook for one night each at the pop up restaurant on the London Eye which can accommodate up to 10 diners.
Last year, Ramsay's restaurant was auctioned off for £23,000 and the chef has committed to auction off his night again this year with proceeds going to charity StreetSmart.
Good Pub Guide for Dogs
Travelling with pets
From the editors of the UK's No 1 travel guide, the much loved Good Pub Guide, comes the latest edition of the Good Guide to Dog Friendly Pubs, Hotels and B&Bs. Featuring a fantastic new easy-to-use page-layout and fully updated information, the guide provides you with hundreds of wonderful places in the UK to drink, eat and stay with your pet.
From the editors of the UK's No 1 travel guide, the much loved Good Pub Guide, comes the latest edition of the Good Guide to Dog Friendly Pubs, Hotels and B&Bs. Featuring a fantastic new easy-to-use page-layout and fully updated information, the guide provides you with hundreds of wonderful places in the UK to drink, eat and stay with your pet.
Tuesday, 15 June 2010
Emergency Budget Countdown for UK Pub Industry
A pint of beer will go up by 6p if the Government goes ahead with an expected increase in VAT to 20per cent, it is claimed.
The claim comes from the industry which said it would also drive drinkers away, leading to bar closures and the loss of 7,000 jobs in the pub trade. The industry said hiking VAT from 17.5% to 20% would raise more than an extra £100m a year from drinkers.
The figures come in a report by Oxford Economics commissioned by the British Beer and Pub Association(BBPA), the Campaign for Real Ale and the Society of Independent Brewers.
The claim comes from the industry which said it would also drive drinkers away, leading to bar closures and the loss of 7,000 jobs in the pub trade. The industry said hiking VAT from 17.5% to 20% would raise more than an extra £100m a year from drinkers.
The figures come in a report by Oxford Economics commissioned by the British Beer and Pub Association(BBPA), the Campaign for Real Ale and the Society of Independent Brewers.
Saturday, 12 June 2010
Greater Manchester Pub for Sale
Pub for Sale Greater Manchester
Dog & Duck
St. Domingo Street
Oldham
Greater Manchester
OL9
Gross Site Area: 6611 sq/ft*
£ 300,000 + VAT Freehold
Dog and Duck Pub for Sale Greater Manchester
Thursday, 10 June 2010
Northumberland Pub for Sale
Freehold Pub for Sale Northumberland
Black Diamond
Phoenix Street
Blyth
Northumberland
NE24
Gross Site Area: 4135 sq/ft*
£ 175,000 + VAT
Freehold
Black Diamond Pub for Sale Northumberland
Wednesday, 9 June 2010
British Pub Workers Get into the World Cup Spirit.
Pub workers across the UK have officially changed their names to Wayne Rooney to show their support for England's World Cup bid.
Staff working in pubs across England, which belong to the Clover Taverns chain, changed their names by deed poll.
One of the pubs taking part is The Wheatsheaf in Peterborough where 10 members of staff now answer to the name Wayne.
Landlord Steve Watson maintained his status as boss - by changing his name to that of England's manager Fabio Capello.
As well as having changed their names, the entire staff will also be wearing cut-out masks of their football hero as they serve customers.
Fabio, aka Steve, commented: "Rooney is the talisman and the one all the fans are looking to bring the trophy home, so he was the obvious choice among the staff."
But one Wayne Rooney, aka barmaid Kerry Higgins, said: "My boyfriend isn't too happy with the name change. He says he's sleeping on the couch until I get it changed back as he's a devoted Liverpool fan!"
Staff working in pubs across England, which belong to the Clover Taverns chain, changed their names by deed poll.
One of the pubs taking part is The Wheatsheaf in Peterborough where 10 members of staff now answer to the name Wayne.
Landlord Steve Watson maintained his status as boss - by changing his name to that of England's manager Fabio Capello.
As well as having changed their names, the entire staff will also be wearing cut-out masks of their football hero as they serve customers.
Fabio, aka Steve, commented: "Rooney is the talisman and the one all the fans are looking to bring the trophy home, so he was the obvious choice among the staff."
But one Wayne Rooney, aka barmaid Kerry Higgins, said: "My boyfriend isn't too happy with the name change. He says he's sleeping on the couch until I get it changed back as he's a devoted Liverpool fan!"
Pub for Sale Derbyshire
Derbyshire Pub for Sale
Victoria
Main Street, Long Eaton
Nottingham
Derbyshire
NG10
Gross Site Area: 5119 sq/ft*
£ 225,000 + VAT Freehold
Derbyshire Pub for Sale
Tuesday, 8 June 2010
New Guidance on Wi-Fi 'good' for Pubs
The Morning Advertiser reports that pubs have little to fear from new guidance on copyright infringements when operating Wi-Fi, according to industry experts.
Ofcom has released a code of practice that will mean pubs, hotels and restaurants will not have to worry about policing their customers’ on-site internet use, or being penalised if their customers infringe online copyright while using the venue’s Wi-Fi.
The new code states that only land line Internet Service Providers (ISPs), such as AOL or Hotmail, with more than 400,000 subscribers will be covered for copyright infringement.
“This is good news for pubs and other leisure outlets,” said James Touzel, head of technology and media at national law firm TLT.The code is only in draft form and as such the definition of ISPs may be widened to include establishments with a smaller number of customers.This would be a concern as outlets have little, if any, control over what users are doing with Wi-Fi and they could find themselves having their internet connection restricted or terminated.”
It is also possible that an outlet could be treated as a subscriber and not an ISP, in which case any infringement made by a customer would be seen as an action by the venue.
Ofcom has released a code of practice that will mean pubs, hotels and restaurants will not have to worry about policing their customers’ on-site internet use, or being penalised if their customers infringe online copyright while using the venue’s Wi-Fi.
The new code states that only land line Internet Service Providers (ISPs), such as AOL or Hotmail, with more than 400,000 subscribers will be covered for copyright infringement.
“This is good news for pubs and other leisure outlets,” said James Touzel, head of technology and media at national law firm TLT.The code is only in draft form and as such the definition of ISPs may be widened to include establishments with a smaller number of customers.This would be a concern as outlets have little, if any, control over what users are doing with Wi-Fi and they could find themselves having their internet connection restricted or terminated.”
It is also possible that an outlet could be treated as a subscriber and not an ISP, in which case any infringement made by a customer would be seen as an action by the venue.
Freehold Pub for Sale Warwickshire
Warwickshire Pub for Sale
Salutation
Chancery Lane
Nuneaton
Warwickshire
CV10
GIA: 8850 sq/ft*
£ 200,000 + VAT Freehold
Salutation Pub for Sale Warwickshire
Monday, 7 June 2010
Greater Manchester Pub for Sale
Oldham Pub for Sale Greater Manchester
Queens Hotel
Rochdale Road
Oldham
Greater Manchester
OL1
Gross Site Area: 7665 sq/ft*
£ 200,000 + VAT
Queens Hotel Pub for Sale Greater Manchester
Freehold Pub for Sale Staffordshire
Staffordshire Pub for Sale
Pig & Bell
Market Street
Rugeley
Staffordshire
WS15
Gross Site Area: 5403 sq/ft*
£ 250,000 + VAT Freehold
Pig and Bell Pub for Sale Staffordshire
Sunday, 6 June 2010
West Midlands Pub for Sale
Pub for Sale Birmingham, West Midlands
Malt Shovel
Coventry Road
Small Heath, Birmingham
West Midlands
B10
Gross Site Area: 5398 sq/ft*
£ 400,000 Freehold
Malt Shovel Pub for Sale West Midlands
Saturday, 5 June 2010
West Yorkshire Pub for Sale
Pub for Sale West Yorkshire
Throstle Nest
Airedale Avenue
Bingley
West Yorkshire
BD16
Gross Site Area: 24065 sq/ft*
£ 225,000 + VAT
Freehold
Throstle Nest pub for Sale West Yorkshire
Friday, 4 June 2010
The British Beer & Pub Association Urge Licensees to Claim PPL Refunds
Pubs, hotels and restaurants are due refunds totalling up to £20 million following the High Court ruling which substantially cut PPL’s charges for the playing of music in pubs, bars, restaurants and hotels. The outcome was a substantial victory for the BBPA and the British Hospitality Association (BHA), who had invested £400,000 in pursuing the case since 2005. The BBPA estimates that the ruling will save around £3 million a year for pubs.
All licensees making payments to PPL are due to receive the claim form, which they can either complete themselves, or return to PPL requesting them to calculate any refund which might be owed. Even where companies and individual pubs opt for the latter option, the BBPA is urging licensees to make a rough calculation of what they might be owed, in order to ensure that the refund received is appropriate. The BBPA guidance note available at www.beerandpub.com [see hyperlink below] includes a chart to assist licensees in calculating refunds. The British Hospitality Association has produced similar advice for hotels and restaurants.
All licensees making payments to PPL are due to receive the claim form, which they can either complete themselves, or return to PPL requesting them to calculate any refund which might be owed. Even where companies and individual pubs opt for the latter option, the BBPA is urging licensees to make a rough calculation of what they might be owed, in order to ensure that the refund received is appropriate. The BBPA guidance note available at www.beerandpub.com [see hyperlink below] includes a chart to assist licensees in calculating refunds. The British Hospitality Association has produced similar advice for hotels and restaurants.
Cambridgeshire Pub for Sale
Freehold Pub for Sale Cambridgeshire
Merry Boys
Berkley Street, Eynesbury
St. Neots
Cambridgeshire
PE19
Gross Site Area: 12277 sq/ft*
£ 275,000 + VAT Freehold
Merry Boys Pub for Sale Cambridgeshire
Wednesday, 2 June 2010
Manchester Freehold Pub for Sale
Greater Manchester Pub for Sale
Kippax
Grimshaw Lane
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M40
Gross Site Area: 2771 sq/ft*
£ 275,000 + VAT Freehold
Kippax Pub for Sale Greater Manchester
Suffolk Pub for Sale
Freehold Pub for Sale Suffolk
Kings Head
Ballingdon Street
Sudbury
Suffolk
CO10
Gross Site Area: 7556 sq/ft*
£ 275,000 Freehold
Kings Head Pub for Sale Suffolk
Tuesday, 1 June 2010
Lincolnshire Freehold Pub for Sale
Pub for Sale Spalding, Lincolnshire
Bulls Neck
Holbeach
Spalding
Lincolnshire
PE12
Gross Site Area: 12189 sq/ft*
£ 275,000 + VAT Freehold
Bulls Neck Pub for Sale Lincolnshire
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