The government has unveiled plans for a code of practice for pub companies backed by a “powerful” adjudicator in new consultation documents released today.
Monday, April 22nd, 2013 No Comments »
The Labour Party claimed the government is in “tatters” amid reports that a Cabinet revolt has forced the prime minister to drop plans for minimum unit pricing for alcohol.
Thursday, March 14th, 2013 No Comments »
Government plans to introduce minimum unit pricing for alcohol look set to be dropped after David Cameron faced opposition to the measure from members of his Cabinet.
Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 No Comments »
As new figures from HM Revenue & Customs show a further drop in UK alcohol consumption, trade bodies have stepped up their calls against minimum pricing and the duty escalator.
Tuesday, March 5th, 2013 No Comments »
Christie’s has said that it will be responsible for auctioning the wines from the UK government’s cellar.
Friday, March 1st, 2013 No Comments »
The release of tasting notes from the UK government’s cellar reveal that US President, Barack Obama, was served a “soapy” white Burgundy on his 2011 state visit.
Friday, February 8th, 2013 2 Comments »
Government proposals for a minimum price per unit of alcohol would “kill” Direct Wines’ business, according to the company’s managing director.
Monday, January 28th, 2013 8 Comments »
