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Global beer production declines
The brewing industry remains under pressure worldwide. In 2025, global beer production declined slightly year on year, with total output falling by 0....
Watchdog investigates pubco
Stonegate pub and bar chain is to be investigated over “unfair” treatment of its tenants. The Pubs Code adjudicator (PCA) Fiona Dickie said she had re...
Mixed fortunes for pubcos
Pub operator Marston's said it expects to meet its medium-term core profit margin target ahead of schedule, thanks to growing footfall at its improved...
B’s beer garden
The award-winning Three B’s Micropub in Bridlington has moved to the town centre. The new location has more space with the two rooms all on one floor....
Women in Beer Awards nominations open
After a successful first edition, the Women in Beer Awards are back and are now open to submissions. With more than 280 nominations in 2025, the award...
No-and-low beer sales hit new high
New analysis from the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) predicts more than 64m pints of no-and-low beer will be sold this summer, eight million...
Pub tenant satisfaction drops
The latest Pubs Code Adjudicator (PCA) for England and Wales annual survey has revealed tenants are less satisfied with their pub companies dropping f...
Right to buy gamechanger for under-threat Welsh pubs
CAMRA has welcomed the announcement that the new Welsh government’s first phase of legislation will include “the development of a community right-to-b...
Insolvency firm warns pubs can’t take eye off the ball during World Cup
An insolvency specialist has warned pubs, restaurants, and shops cannot afford to “take their eyes off the ball”, even if they are getting a cash boos...
Brewing enigma dies
The death of Humphrey Smith at the age of 81 sees the passing of the controversial owner of Samuel Smith’s brewery in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire. He l...
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