Earnings slip at Ei Group ahead of takeover by Stonegate
Ei Group, the pub giant which has agreed to be bought by rival Stonegate for £1.28 billion, has posted lower earnings after the sale of 354 properties.
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Wetherspoons boss Tim Martin hits out at corporate governance rules
Wetherspoons boss Tim Martin has launched a scathing attack on corporate governance rules and advisers which he said are causing companies to collapse.
Extended pub opening hours proposed for VE Day anniversary bank holiday
Bank holiday pub-goers will be able to enjoy a few extra hours until last orders under plans announced by the Home Secretary to mark the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.
Former Bake Off winner in bid to save village pubs from ‘astronomical’ beer tax
Candice Brown has called on the Government to protect the “lifeline” of local pubs by cutting “astronomical” levels of beer tax.
Marston’s shares slip as its warns on profits after weak food sales
Pub group Marston’s has seen shares slide after weaker food sales weighed down on its annual profits.
Pub sales will soar on October 31 in no-deal Brexit, says Wetherspoon boss
JD Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin has said partying pub-goers will send bar sales soaring on October 31 if the UK leaves the EU – with or without a deal.
Remotest pub in Scotland now has a rival as local hostilities erupt
The remotest pub in Scotland has just acquired a rival right across the road, following a bizarre row involving its Belgian owner.
Aberdeen family pledge to revitalise iconic city centre pub
An Aberdeen family has promised to revitalise an iconic city centre pub after purchasing the venue from industry giants Greene King.
Four bars apply for new 3am licence in Aberdeen city centre
Several Aberdeen bars have applied for a licence to stay open until 3am under a new council scheme.
Plans to allow Aberdeen pubs to open until 3am move a step closer
Controversial plans to allow some Aberdeen pubs to open until 3am have moved a step closer.
Pub industry braced for hit ahead of expected beer tax hike
The pub industry in the north of Scotland could take a hit if beer duty is raised in the Autumn Budget as expected next week.
Rural pubs miss out on hospitality sector toast
More than a third of rural pubs are struggling to stay afloat in the current economic climate – despite an overall growth in the hospitality sector.
‘Ask for Angela’ scheme launched to protect people in pubs and clubs
Landlords have welcomed plans to extend a scheme designed to keep revellers safe.
Potential rule changes for Moray pubs and clubs to help curb antisocial behaviour
New rules could be brought in for pubs across Moray to help curb antisocial behaviour and bring a boost to the local economy.
Marston’s seeks cup joy after weathering storm
Pubs and breweries giant Marston’s is hoping to score down south with a successful Fifa World Cup run this summer after the Beast from the East took a £3million bite from its profits.
Extra hour for Aberdeen pubs due to Royal Wedding
Pubs and nightclubs in Aberdeen will stay open for an extra hour to allow patrons to raise a glass to next month’s royal wedding.
Police in the Highlands issue pub behaviour warning ahead of pay day weekend
Police in the Highlands have warned revellers to behave responsibly if they're planning a night on the tiles this weekend.
Shops and bars embrace Halloween
Nearly one-third (31%) of people in the UK say they will celebrate Halloween, spending £38 on average.
Reverends voice concerns over proposed pub next to their chaplaincy in Old Aberdeen
A row has broke out over two students’ plan to open a pub on the grounds of Aberdeen University.
QUIZ: How many do you remember? Aberdeen pubs and clubs from the 80s and 90s
This quiz will certainly be a walk down memory lane for those who grew up in Aberdeen in the 80s and 90s. But how many of these popular pubs and clubs do you remember? Take our quiz and find out!
Police object to five Aberdeen bars’ attempts to extend opening hours
Police have objected to five Aberdeen nightspots, who are bidding to extend their opening hours.
Fresh plans lodged to demolish Deeside village’s only pub
Fresh plans have been lodged to demolish an Aberdeenshire village's only pub and transform it into homes.
The only pub in north-east village will soon reopen as new-look bar
Plans to reopen an Aberdeenshire village's only pub as a new-look bar and brasserie have been backed by planners.
“Eyesore” pub to be transformed into restaurant and flats
The site of a former Mearns pub which became an "eyesore" is being transformed as part of a high street's regeneration.
New-look Aberdeenshire village pub could be reopened in time for annual gala
An Aberdeenshire village's only watering hole could reopen later this summer - just in time for its annual fair.
Plans lodged to transform “run down” Garioch pub into gym and cafe
Work is underway to transform a derelict Aberdeenshire pub into a nerve centre for health and fitness.
North-east police ramping up patrols ahead of Old Firm clash
Police across the north-east will be increasing patrols this weekend as one of the world's oldest football rivalries returns to Scotland.
Three Inverness nightspots are finalists in Best Bar None awards
Three venues in Inverness have been chosen as finalists in the Best Bar None Scotland National Awards 2015-16 to find the best licensed premises in the country.
Kintore’s only pub could reopen its doors in March
An Aberdeenshire town's only pub could open its doors in the spring after plans were lodged for its revamp.
Aberdeen pub to have last hurrah on Hogmanay before closing for good
Aberdeen revellers will gain a last chance to raise their glasses to the legacy of one of the city's most beloved pubs this Hogmanay before it closes for good.
Plea for use of responsibly-caught fish in chain pubs and restaurants
Conservation groups are urging three pub and restaurant chains to pledge their commitment to using only responsibly-caught fish on their menus.
North-east cops vow to take “robust” stance as violence crackdown launches
Police chiefs have vowed to take a "robust" stance on repeat violent offenders across the north-east.