With less than one week to go until the biggest event in the licensed hospitality sector, the ALMR is pleased to announce that the talented Marcus Brigstocke will host the 2014 ALMR Christmas Lunch. The comedian and entertainer will take … Read More

Following the publishing of the Government’s interim findings on the administration of business rates, the ALMR has welcomed the pledge for further engagement with the pub trade, and reiterated its call for regular, up-to-date valuations. The Government has today published … Read More

UK listed food and drinks companies could be losing more than £11.2bn a year to fraud and error, equivalent to more than 85 per cent of their total profits, according to a new report by PKF Littlejohn and the Centre … Read More

It was a party with plenty of Gusto – as the latest new Italian restaurant in Manchester opened its doors to a host of celebrities and VIPs. It’s the first city centre Gusto from the Living Ventures restaurant group, and … Read More

Responding to the decision to lower the drink drive limit in Scotland, the ALMR has warned that a change in the limit alone is unlikely to have a considerable impact on alcohol-related road accidents. A new law has come into … Read More

The ALMR has today written to Members of Parliament highlighting the contribution licensed retail makes to their constituencies. The letter contains key statistical data on the number and type of licensed retail outlets in their constituency and provides a breakdown … Read More

The restaurants, hotels and attractions that make Manchester a fantastic place to visit were honoured at the annual Manchester Tourism Awards, writes the Manchester Evening News.  The five star Lowry Hotel – which has hosted a series of high profile … Read More

Responding to today’s Autumn Statement, the ALMR has welcomed the decision to review business rates in the UK and measures to support high street businesses in the UK. The Chancellor, George Osborne announced today a full review of the business … Read More