Harvester owner Mitchells & Butlers has expressed an interest in purchasing a large percentage of ailing pub company Orchid’s outlets. The cost rumoured is to be around £266 million. Should Orchid agree to the deal, Mitchells & Butlers will take... Read More
In most areas of British industry, especially those geared towards consumerism, advancements in technology now play a vital role in day to day business. Retailers have widely embraced online shopping and “click and collect” services to meet the demands of... Read More
The government has revealed plans for an independent adjudicator in the pub industry to help struggling landlords. The Department for Business said the aim was to reduce unfair practices, such as high rents and the prices publicans have to pay for... Read More
The leisure industry suffered greatly during the recession, with the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) frequently raising concerns about the number of pub closures in the UK. Combined with rising taxes on alcohol, and the current proposals to introduce a 45 pence... Read More
The local pub was once the cornerstone of British society – a place to meet friends, relax after a hard day at the office and have a couple of drinks at the weekend. Now, however, thanks to rising taxes and a squeeze on consumer spending, public houses seem... Read More
