The GMV's annual conference takes place in Eastbourne on the 13th and 14th May. The time and place for licensees to get together to debate the problems within the trade and how best to solve them.
One matter high on the agenda, in my opinion, is the urgent need for licenses-holders to present a united front to their landlords, be they pubco's or brewers.
The outgoings of the average individual pub operated business has reached disproportionate levels when compared to other high street retailers but will only be truly tackled by trade bodies that can argue they genuinely represent the majority of leaseholders, tenants and freetraders. Only then will the landlords, Government, police and licensing authorities take the trade seriously and listen to our concerns.
If you are already "in the fold" then do your utmost to encourage other licensees to join their local LVA or regional body.
If you have any queries concerning Conference 2008 or enrolling in your local LVA contact John Madden CMBII, Executive Officer, The Guild of Master Victuallers on 01708 447899.
Joe O'Riordan - Editor The Guild News
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