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The Latest Breaking News from Greene King

Brewery giant to sell 150 pubs and close another 20 under major plans

The firm is also planning to convert another 150 into tenanted sites

The Independent UK

150 Greene King pubs at risk of closure under shake-up

The UK’s pubs are under immense cost pressures from rising wage bills, increasing business rates and a difficult consumer spending backdrop

Evening Standard

Pub chain Greene King to sell 150 venues in major shake-up

The brewing and retail group will also close around 20 sites

Evening Standard

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Central London pub faces sanctions for THIRD time after one man complains about noise

The Globe, opposite Baker Street station, last faced restrictions when the neighbour complained about hearing ‘faint giggles’ from customers

Evening Standard

Blue Monday: All the best deals to help you get through the most depressing day of the year

Beat the January blues with our round-up of the best deals, discounts, and freebies for Blue Monday

Evening Standard

Budget threatens jobs and venues, pub bosses warn as business rates rise

Pubs, restaurants and small shops are all expected to see their property tax payments jump from the next financial year.

Evening Standard

Tax pubs on profit not turnover, urges Greene King boss

Chain reports £147m loss last year as business rates blamed for accelerating closures

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Government needs to overhaul ‘unfair’ business rates, says Greene King boss

Nick Mackenzie, boss of the 1,500-strong pub firm, said reduced property tax payments were needed to drive investment and new jobs.

Evening Standard

Greene King-backed Hickory’s to open 10 restaurants a year

The BBQ smokehouse brand, which was acquired by Greene King in 2022, has said it sees a ‘substantial opportunity’ to grow despite sector challenges.

Evening Standard

Rise in national insurance to hit jobs and investment, high street bosses warn

The rate of employer national insurance contributions increases from 13.8% to 15% on Sunday April 6.

The Independent UK

How you can get a free pint at pubs across Scotland during the Six Nations

Here is how people in Scotland can get a free pint at Greene King pubs as the Six Nations kicks off.

The National (Scotland)

Greggs and Greene King among firms backing drive to get offenders into work

Leaders from major employers will be among those to sit on new employment councils in regions across England and Wales.

Evening Standard

Pub landlord slams ‘ludicrous’ civil claim by convicted terrorist over ‘racist’ sign

Saracen’s Head Inn landlord tells The Independent Khalid Baqa’s demands for hundreds of pounds in compensation are ‘ridiculous’

The Independent UK

Thousands petition to keep pub’s ‘offensive’ name

Locals have branded the decision to rename the pub “ridiculous” while others say the name was derogatory

The Independent UK

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Evening Standard

London pubs failing to enforce Ask for Angela safety scheme, investigation finds

The ‘Ask for Angela’ scheme aims to make bars and clubs safer at thousands of venues across the country

The Independent UK

UK pub giant offers £2 pints across the country – but you’ll need to act fast

At more than half of the average national price, pub-goers might want to make the most of the £2 offer

The National (Scotland)

Pub firm selling £2 pints across Scotland for two weeks to celebrate end of summer

A PUB firm is offering £2 pints across the whole of Scotland for an “end-of-summer bash” which will last two weeks ...

Evening Standard

The cheapest pint in London is less than £1.80

The pint is a bargain — and also in an unlikely location

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Where are the cheapest pubs in London? Pint prices climb by as much as 20%

A pint of Guinness can cost you more than twice as much depending on where in London you buy it

Evening Standard

London Marathon 2025: Freebies and discounts for runners, from food to travel

Here’s what you can get for free... if you run 26.2 miles

Evening Standard

Best IPAs to crack open, from mellow to hazy and hoppy

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The Guardian - UK

Everyday People, Nottingham: ‘Small things done right’ – restaurant review

Ramen is all about attention to detail, and these Japanese food enthusiasts are truly meticulous

Evening Standard

Cheers! The top five events that helped Greene King pubs serve millions of pints in 2023

Pubs giant and brewer Greene King has revealed the five leading events in 2023 that helped pull in customers and boost trade across its huge estate.

Evening Standard

Another dealmaking triumph for Clive Watson as Young's buys City Pub Group for £162 million

Serial pub entrepreneur Clive Watson is poised to add another firm to his dealmaking career after City Pub Group said it was set to be bought by pub giant Young’s in a £162 million deal.

Evening Standard

How to get a free pint in London next weekend

If you have a friend who you would like to celebrate, nominate them to receive a free pint

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