Nikkie Thatcher

Brighton’s community-owned Bevy pub has launched an Asset of Community Value application and fundraising campaign to buy its freehold after the building was put up for sale, aiming to protect the venue for future generations.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham says the Government wants to do more for hospitality after cutting business rates for pubs by 20%, as industry leaders continue to call for wider reforms including VAT changes.

BrewDog is targeting London’s summer park-drinking culture with a major Punk IPA campaign, featuring free pints, Deliveroo sampling and nationwide retail activations.

The men’s World Cup delivered a major sales boost for pubs, with outlets earning an extra £1,891 on average, beer and cider sales rising 5.8%, and England matches driving strong demand.

Brixton Spirits and Brixton Distillery have merged to form a single business with six premium products, aiming for sustainable growth and a stronger presence in the UK on-trade market.

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Greene King’s 60 Years of Hurst cask ale sold more than 13,000 pints, outperforming Rocking Rudolph and raising over £5,000 for Diverse Abilities through pint sales and fundraising initiatives.

The BBPA has warned proposed employment reforms could increase costs for pubs and brewers, threaten flexible working arrangements and impact job opportunities across the hospitality sector.

Drink-led pubs enjoyed a World Cup boost in July, with like-for-like sales rising 4.2%, while restaurants and bars struggled as event-driven spending reshaped hospitality trade.

JD Wetherspoon has opened The Sir Frank Whittle at Heathrow Terminal 2 following a £3.5m investment, creating 100 jobs and expanding its airport pub estate.