Tag: pubs
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John B Keane’s Pub in Listowel Celebrates 70 Years of True Kerry Hospitality
Introduction: A landmark of Kerry hospitality turns 70 In a corner of Listowel, County Kerry, there is a pub that has become more than a drinking spot—it is a living archive of local life. John B Keane’s pub marked its 70th year over the weekend with a low-key gathering that reflected the spirit of the…
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We’re in Survival Mode: Why Liverpool’s Hospitality Scene is at Breaking Point
Introduction: A city’s heartbeat under pressure Liverpool’s hospitality sector has long been a barometer of the city’s vitality. Cafés spilling onto pavements, pubs buzzing with conversation, and hotels full enough to give visiting fans a sense of the city’s energy are familiar sights. Today, those scenes are under threat. Business leaders warn that a perfect…
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Liverpool’s Hospitality at Breaking Point: A Call to Protect the City’s DNA
Introduction: a city on the edge Liverpool’s pubs, bars, hotels and restaurants have long been the heartbeat of the city’s social and economic life. In recent months, however, leaders of the hospitality sector warn that the sector is teetering on the edge. They describe a convergence of rising costs, staffing challenges and policy pressures that…
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We are in survival mode: Liverpool’s hospitality sector at breaking point
Introduction: a city famed for its hospitality is under pressure Liverpool has long thrived on its social energy — a city where pubs, restaurants, hotels and bars are not just venues but a core part of its identity. Today, leaders of the city’s hospitality sector describe a reality of “survival mode,” warning that rising costs,…
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Cork Pub Trade Adapts as Guinness Prices Rise and Landmark Bar Sales Continue
Overview: A Changing Cork Pub Scene in 2025 The Cork pub trade is navigating a period of adjustment as rising Guinness prices intersect with a steady stream of landmark bar sales. The market has shown resilience in the face of higher operating costs, with buyers signaling confidence in Cork’s enduring appeal for locals and visitors…
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The A-List Pyjama-Maker’s Guide to Secret London
Welcome to the secret London edition London isn’t just a city of famous landmarks and postcard-perfect views. It’s a living tapestry of intimate cafés, tucked-away pubs, and inconspicuous eateries that feel like they’re almost personal discoveries. For those who favor comfort over crowd-pleasing spectacle, these secret corners offer a sense of belonging and a taste…
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The A-list’s pyjama-maker’s guide to secret London
Secret London: An A-list Pyjama-Maker’s Guide London isn’t just about marquee sights and buzzy restaurants. It’s a city of discreet corners where locals sip quietly and whisper about places that feel like family. For a pajama-maker with a taste for velvet-lit evenings and spare moments between fittings, the real capital is mapped by cafés, pubs,…
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Celebrity Pub Landlords, Starmer, and the Battle for Britain’s Pubs
Introduction: A brewing controversy over Britain’s pubs The UK’s drinking culture is a cornerstone of social life, but the pub sector is under pressure from a confluence of cost increases, changing consumer habits, and political tension. Celebrity pub landlords—well-known faces who have built brands around community pubs—find themselves at the center of a broader political…
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Celebrity pub landlords square up to Starmer over hospitality push
Celebrity pub landlords take on Starmer over hospitality policies The debate over the future of pubs in the UK has intensified as celebrity landlords — well-known publicans who own and operate some of the country’s most recognizable venues — publicly challenge Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer’s hospitality agenda. With energy prices, rising ingredients costs, and…
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Celebrity Pub Landlords Take on Starmer: Labour’s Battle with Britain’s Pubs
Introduction: A High-Profile Clash Over a British Institution In a rare public confrontation, some of the country’s best-known pub landlords have publicly challenged Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer on policies affecting Britain’s pub scene. The dispute has put the spotlight on hospitality, a sector already battling reduced customer turnout, rising energy bills, and shortages of…