pubs

Could it be last orders for pubs? Government has not ruled out ordering a total shutdown

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Britain may follow Ireland’s lead and shut down all pubs in a bid to stem the spread of coronavirus, Health Secretary Matt Hancock indicated yesterday. The UK may also fall in line with Italy, France and Spain by closing restaurants and cafes – as well as shops that do not sell essential items. The Irish … Read more

Pubs in Ireland are asked to CLOSE until the end of March

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The Republic of Ireland has called on bars and pubs to close until the end of March in an effort to slow down the progression of the coronavirus which has now claimed the life of a second person in the country. The plans to help curb the spread of the virus, which come just days before … Read more

Ibiza and Majorca close all pubs and clubs in ‘drastic’ coronavirus measures

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Ibiza and Majorca close all pubs and clubs in ‘drastic’ measures taken to halt the spread of coronavirus Balearic President, Francina Armengol said that ‘sacrifices’ need to be made  There are 26 cases of coronavirus in the Balearics and there has been one death Discos and clubs will have to close for at least a … Read more

EVERY football game in England ‘WILL be held behind closed doors with NO games to be shown in pubs’

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2020 OLYMPIC GAMES  In doubt  The scale of the outbreak in Japan saw senior International Olympic Committee member Dick Pound describe the disease as ‘the new war’ threatening Tokyo 2020 and he warned the Games may have to be cancelled if the virus was still around by May. Olympic organisers told athletes to train as normal … Read more

Cheers! Chancellor FREEZES tax on booze in major budget boost for pubs during coronavirus crisis 

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Cheers! Chancellor FREEZES tax on beer, wine AND cider in major budget boost to stop pubs shutting during coronavirus crisis The Chancellor said he was abandoning a planned rise in duty on spirits  Sunak also revealed he would freeze the rates on beer, cider and wine as well Was among measures designed to immunise the … Read more

Amazing photos of Sydney pubs from as early as the 1900s offer glimpse VERY different Harbour City

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A world away from lockout laws: Amazing photos of Sydney pubs from as early as the 1900s offer a glimpse of a VERY different Harbour City Historic photographs from the Australian National University show Sydney life in the 1900s  Archival photos reveal what the city’s iconic pubs like The Australian Hotel looked like 100 years … Read more

Chancellor’s new plan is set to allow pubs and shops to hand out cash 

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Propping up the bar at the Brewery Tap pub in the Hertfordshire village of Furneux Pelham, I see that a quiet revolution is taking place.  After handing over my debit card, I am presented with a foaming pint of the local Mad Squirrel Sapling ale – along with four crisp £20 notes. I am raising … Read more

Britain’s best pubs for 2019 are named by prestigious travel guide Sawday’s

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The Fleece Inn in Worcestershire has been named the best pub in Britain for 2019 – which considering the number of pubs Britain has, is a rather significant accolade. The honour was bestowed upon it by the prestigious Bristol-based travel guide Sawday’s, which specialises in finding special places to stay and eat at. The Fleece … Read more

Britain’s most remote pubs (and how to get to them) revealed

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Britain has some surprisingly remote public houses for a small island – as we reveal here. From pubs on coastlines and islands not accessible by road to inns surrounded by epic mountains, these are the hostelries that make you work hard for your pint (or three). So scroll down – and ready the Ordnance Survey … Read more