UK pubs face £1,500 licensing fee crisis
British publicans confront fresh financial pressures as government plans could impose substantial new licensing costs, adding to existing challenges in the hospitality sector.
British publicans confront fresh financial pressures as government plans could impose substantial new licensing costs, adding to existing challenges in the hospitality sector.
Sir Keir Starmer announces radical overhaul of pub licensing laws, giving landlords power to set flexible opening times and revitalise Britain's struggling hospitality sector.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces radical plans to extend pub opening times and cut red tape for live music venues, promising a new dawn for Britain's struggling hospitality sector.
The government is considering permanent extended pub licensing hours to boost the hospitality sector and create a more continental-style nightlife culture across England and Wales.
A 400-year-old Dorset pub immortalised by Thomas Hardy faces controversy as new owners remove its traditional name and iconic sign, sparking local outrage and debates about heritage preservation.
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Conservative Minister Mel Stride faces mounting pressure as business rates threaten to decimate UK high streets, with shops and pubs bearing the brunt of soaring costs.
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JD Wetherspoon announces price increases across its pubs as soaring energy costs and new packaging taxes squeeze profit margins, with chairman Tim Martin warning of challenging times ahead for the hospitality sector.
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The British Beer and Pub Association warns that planned National Insurance increases could devastate the struggling pub sector, putting thousands of jobs at risk across the UK.
Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone could be sidelined for multiple matches following his explosive reaction to Liverpool supporters during the Champions League clash at Anfield.
The Australian government proposes a major expansion of its social media ban for minors, targeting platforms like Reddit, Twitch, Roblox, and Steam to create a safer online environment for children.
A groundbreaking 'Digital ID' super-app is in development, promising to let you prove your age for age-restricted goods with just your smartphone, potentially ending the need to carry physical documents.
JD Wetherspoon announces major expansion with three new pub openings in key UK locations, creating hundreds of jobs and revitalising local high streets.
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Ministers are set to enforce stark new rules on vape packaging and flavours to combat the alarming rise in youth vaping, mirroring successful tobacco legislation.
The UK government is set to introduce a major public health law to ban disposable vapes and enforce plain packaging to curb youth vaping. Get the full details on the new regulations.
The UK government's controversial ban on Palestine Action is being hailed as a major political victory for Nigel Farage and Reform UK, potentially boosting their support ahead of the next general election.
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Westminster Council proposes a ban on ice cream vans playing jingles for more than 12 seconds and selling near schools, sparking outrage from vendors and parents.
Thai tennis player Jatuporn Nalamphun receives a lifetime ban after being found guilty of match-fixing at an ITF World Tennis Tour event in Lamphun, Thailand, following a detailed investigation by the International Tennis Integrity Agency.
JD Wetherspoon announces a one-day price cut on food and drink this Thursday, with pints from 99p and steak meals at £7.99, to celebrate the end of the financial year.
Major UK airlines like Jet2, TUI, and easyJet are imposing lifetime bans on passengers for serious onboard misconduct, including the dangerous 'seat reclining trick'. Discover the zero-tolerance policies reshaping air travel.
Major UK airlines are enforcing strict new bans on passengers caught using power banks during flights, citing critical fire risks. Discover the safety rules you must follow to avoid being barred from future travel.
JD Wetherspoons announces a significant price drop on food and drink items across its 800 UK pubs for a limited time, offering huge savings to customers.