Trade news – March 2025

Guinness Further to my article in the previous edition, there were rumours at the end of…

News and views – March 2025

PUB NUMBERS According to the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA), the trade body for the…

So long and thanks for the fish!

The much-loved Beerblefish Brewery has shut its doors for good. Another victim of a perfect storm…

News and views – January 2025

PUB LOSSES It has been reported that the number of pubs in England and Wales has…

Brewery news – January 2025

CARLSBERG REDUCE BEER RANGE At the end of November and following on from last edition’s news…

Community Ownership Fund

The Community Ownership Fund was set up in 2021. £150 million was made available to assist…

Trade news – January 2025

New name confirmed Carlsberg’s £3.3 billion take-over of the soft drinks company Britvic has been approved.…

Putting a price on a pint

Most pubs I visit in London now seem to be charging more than £5 for a…

Tribute – Simon Imrie

Simon died after a short illness aged 54 on 11 April 2024. He was a life…

Tribute – Tony Millns

Tony passed away in early December after a short fight with a rare and aggressive form…