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Wetherspoon Boss Tim Martin's Secret to a 'Quiet Life'

JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin shares his surprising philosophy for a happy life, from avoiding meetings to his 'pretty boring' daily routine. Discover the unconventional wisdom behind the pub tycoon's success.

Wetherspoon Boss Blasts 'Mad' VAT and Business Rates

JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin launches a fierce critique of the UK's tax system, arguing that pubs are unfairly burdened compared to supermarkets. He calls for tax equality to save the struggling industry.

Clarkson Slams 'Lazy' Pub Customers for App Orders

Jeremy Clarkson has launched a furious tirade against modern pub etiquette, blaming 'lazy' app-ordering culture for the decline of the British boozer. The outspoken presenter and pub owner vents his frustration in his latest Sunday Times column.

UK Beer Crisis: Pint Prices Set to Soar on Hops Shortage

British pub-goers face a bitter blow as a severe European hops shortage, worsened by extreme weather, threatens to push beer prices to record highs next summer. Brewers warn of a perfect storm of poor harvests and rising production costs.

Wetherspoons English pubs ban Scottish banknotes

JD Wetherspoon has instructed its pubs in England not to accept Scottish banknotes, citing operational difficulties and staff training issues. The move has sparked discussion on national currency acceptance.

Wetherspoon Bans £20 and £50 Banknotes

JD Wetherspoon has implemented a ban on £20 and £50 banknotes across its 800 pubs. Find out why the change was made, which payment methods are now accepted, and if your local 'Spoons is affected.

Gen Z's Icy Beer Hack Divides UK Drinkers

A surprising new trend sees Gen Z drinkers adding ice cubes to their beer to combat warm pints and reduce bitterness, sparking debate among purists. Discover the science and the backlash.

NHS Youth Mental Health Crisis: Over-Diagnosis Costs £16bn

Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.

Gaza Water Crisis Triggers Deadly Paralysis Outbreak

Exclusive: A catastrophic water shortage in Gaza, exacerbated by Israeli restrictions, is triggering a deadly outbreak of acute flaccid paralysis. Aid agencies warn of a spiralling humanitarian disaster as fuel and clean water supplies run critically low.

Inside The World's Smallest Wetherspoons Pub

Discover the secrets of The Royal Victoria Pavilion in Ramsgate, the world's smallest Wetherspoons. This unique pub boasts an iconic location, stunning sea views, and one surprising feature it lacks entirely.

BrewDog Axes Beers & Closes Pubs in Survival Fight

Exclusive: BrewDog, the self-styled 'punk' brewery, is in a fierce battle for survival. With sales crashing, the Scottish firm has been forced to axe 18 beers and close six pubs. Insiders reveal a brand struggling to stay relevant. Is this the end of an e

Britain's 16 Best Pubs for 2024 Revealed

From historic coaching inns to cosy riverside taverns, discover the official 2024 CAMRA Pub of the Year winners. Find your next perfect pint in this exclusive guide to Britain's finest locals.

The Ultimate European Guinness Taste Test

A self-proclaimed Guinness expert embarks on a continental pilgrimage, sampling the iconic stout in pubs from Amsterdam to Rome to definitively rank which European city pulls the perfect pint.

UK Hospitality's Dire Plea for Budget Lifeline

Pubs, bars, and restaurants face an existential crisis, demanding urgent government action in the upcoming Spring Budget to survive soaring energy bills, wage costs, and food inflation.

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