British pubs closing at a rate of almost two per day in 2026
The British Beer and Pub Association says 161 pubs have closed in the first three months of this year. www.bbc.com…
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Wider licence extensions for pubs during World Cup
The government had previously announced opening hour extensions in England and Wales for some knockout matches – but has now…
Twenty years ago, Scotland banned smoking in pubs. Did it save lives?
Exactly 20 years ago, Scotland became the first part of the UK to outlaw smoking in bars, restaurants and offices.…
Pubs to open late for home nations World Cup knockout games
Football fans in the UK will be able to enjoy an extra round at the pub thanks to new rules…
Pubs to get support package after business rates backlash
Pubs and music venues in England will be given a 15% discount on their business rates bills and will not…
After UK’s Pubs U-Turn, Hotels and Cafes Warn of Tax ‘Nightmare’
When his food chain The Salad Project proved a hit with health-conscious customers following the pandemic, Florian de Chezelles had…
Rachel Reeves indicates only pubs will benefit from U-turn on business rates
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.…
Government to water down business rate rise for pubs
The government is poised to announce a climbdown on forthcoming increases to the business rates bill faced by pubs. In…
Keir Starmer urged to rethink business rate reform to save pubs
Labour MPs are calling on Sir Keir Starmer to rethink planned changes to business rates to protect pubs and other…
No 10 says it backs pubs as landlords bar Labour MPs in tax protest
Downing Street has insisted the government backs pubs, as a growing number sign up to a campaign to bar Labour…