Posts Tagged ‘Punch Taverns’

  • Punch Guest Ale Trial

    07.10.2009 / Category: News

    Puch TavernsThe Publican

    A trial scheme began on Monday between Punch Taverns and SIBA (Society of Independent Brewers) allowing 170 Pubco premises to buy locally produced beers and ales.

    The 3 month trial is to be held in the North East and Midlands, with distribution from micro-breweries facilitated by the Direct Delivery Scheme. If successful the scheme will become permanent and more widely available.

    Commercial Director for SIBA said ;
    “SIBA brewers are delighted to be able to help Punch Taverns take advantage of the only growing sector in the brewing industry. Local brewers are very keen to continue their growth, in partnership with Punch, by providing consumers with what they want – quality cask beer.”

  • Punch Taverns’ £17k Fine

    04.09.2009 / Category: News

    Punch Taverns have been fined £17,000 for two serious breaches of fire safety regulations at it’s ‘Barley Mow’ pub in London’s west end.

    Concerns were raised by the London Fire Brigade five years ago following a routine fire inspection, and Punch yesterday admitted legislation breeches. Specifics of the case included a danger to fourth floor residents due to their distance from the nearest fire exit which was also partially obstructed, and as a result a notice was served to the effect that the floor could no longer be used as accommodation. On a return visit in 2007, it was discovered that it’s use as accommodation had continued.

    Steve Turek, Assistant fire safety commissioner said ;
    “It is important all premises owners and operators have a fire risk assessment and even more importantly act upon its findings in a timely manner. The prohibition notice in this case was served to ensure the safety of people using the premises. Notices must be taken very seriously and followed explicitly.”

    In response to the incident, a Punch Taverns spokesman said ;
    “We take the safety of our employees and guests extremely seriously and would like to stress that this was an isolated incident that took place two years ago. Since then, we have made huge strides forward in our approach to health and safety. Through our Operational Excellence programme and the launch of the Be Safe, Be Legal, Be Compliant guideline we have strengthened our internal processes resulting in a dramatic decrease in the number of enforcement notices.”