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End of an era?

As BrewDog’s James Watt steps down from leading the disruptor business he founded, does this mark a watershed moment for the operation?

Poll: Are perceptions around cask changing for the better?

Independent breweries 'saviours' of cask

Independent breweries have been hailed as the “saviours” of the cask category as the segment battles falling sales.

Pub ownership models impact on the market

OPINION: What do recent trends in pub ownership models tell us about the UK pub market?

Since its humble beginnings as a place of rest for weary travellers, for centuries the great British pub has remained a cornerstone of our culture and local communities.

Appointment change: James Watt is to step down as CEO but will remain on the BrewDog PLC board

James Watt steps down as BrewDog CEO

BrewDog co-founder James Watt is stepping down as chief executive after 17 years at the helm of the business.

Top choice: One in 12 intend to visit the on-trade to celebrate Eurovision 2024 (Credit:Getty/Lesia Pryriz)

Pubs and bars top choice for Eurovision events

One in 12 consumers plan to celebrate the upcoming Eurovision song contest in the on-trade with pubs and bars the most popular destination.

Game-changer: Pubs able to stay open until 1am if England or Scotland reach Euro finals (Credit: Getty/FG Trade)

Licensing extension for Euros 2024 confirmed

Pubs confirmed to be able to extend opening hours during the UEFA Euro 2024 in a “game-changing” move for hospitality businesses.

More time: operators have a few more days before the deadline for entries closes

Deadline for 2024 GBPA extended

Pubs up and down the country now have more time to enter this year’s Great British Pub Awards as the deadline has been extended.

Tentative optimism: hospitality closures slow (Credit: Getty/ Richard Drury)

Closures down by half in Q1 2024 vs 2023

Closures across the hospitality sector slowed from eight sites a day in 2023 to four a day in the first quarter of 2024, figures from CGA by NIQ and AlixPartners has revealed.

Business report: JDW reveals like-for-like sales rise in the 13 weeks to 28 April 2024 (image: Getty: Poike)

JDW disposed of 18 sites in year-to-date

Pub giant JD Wetherspoon (JDW) opened two pubs and sold or surrendered to the landlord 18 sites in the year-to-date, it revealed in a trading update.

Importance of continued investment: Almost of quarter of Star pubs to receive makeover

Heineken UK unveils £39m plan to upgrade pub estate

Heineken UK has revealed plans to inject £39m into upgrading and reopening sites in its Star Pubs & Bars tenanted and leased estate to attract remote workers.

Blue sky thinking: the South Yorkshire village pub is a real hit with locals

My Pub: Blue Ball Inn, Worrall, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

As a vital pub in a village less than five miles from the centre of Sheffield, the Blue Ball Inn has plenty going on.

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Experts give comment for the Beer Report 2024

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S4 Ep. 14: Stars in bars! (Feat. James May, Candice Brown and more)

Competition kicked off: entry for the 2024 Great British Pub Awards is now open

Hunt is under way for the Great British Pub of the Year

The Morning Advertiser's Lock In podcast shortlisted for award

Lock In podcast shortlisted for top award

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End of an era?

OPINION: Character assassination at BrewDog destined to happen

Beer production from independent brewers up

Greene King releases new seasonal cask with Wolfpack

CMBC announces update about Union Sets

James May: pubs must be in top gear to survive

Soft drinks, sports and sustainability – getting ready for a summer of sales with CCEP

How to make: Braised short rib beef and clotted cream mash

Top trends you need to know about British Fusion food

Why is American smokehouse and BBQ style food becoming more popular?

OPINION: Dealing with the dreaded guest

Pressures on sector not reflected in inflation ease

Sector 'suffocating' despite economy easing

CAMRA sets out sector's priorities for new Scottish First Minister

Sector 'disappointed' as interest rates frozen for sixth time

Paying attention to policy consultations

Bristol Beer Factory ploughs £2m into new site

NTIA shares 'concern' as nightclub closures rise

Accidents happen but are they avoidable?

JDW to invest £5m into opening first Newcastle hotel

Rekom UK splits from group owner

'I'm not asking for support'

Revs brands could be ‘excellent addition’ to Nightcap

Revolution confirms ‘exploratory meeting’ with Nightcap

Whitbread set to exit sites and shed 1,500 jobs

Long waits and cold food pubgoers biggest gripes

More EFL football available for pubs next season

Pubs report mixed results for bank holiday

Most sports fans watch pay-per-view boxing in pubs

Spending up more than 4%

Why you need to enter the Great British Pub Awards

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