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Stonegate Group Faces Investigation Over Alleged Unfair Treatment of Landlords

15 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

The Stonegate Group, which owns popular chains like Slug & Lettuce and Be At One, is under investigation for potentially unfair treatment of landlords managing over 3,000 venues. The Pubs Code Adjudicator has indicated it has reasonable grounds to believe the company has violated industry regulations.
If found guilty, Stonegate could face fines amounting to 1% of its revenue, exceeding £16 million.
The Pubs Code was introduced to create a fairer relationship between pub-owning companies and their tenants, aiming to address longstanding grievances about unfair practices. This investigation is part of a broader scrutiny of the hospitality industry, particularly as it recovers from the impacts of the COVID-19 pan…
This investigation highlights ongoing tensions within the pub industry regarding the treatment of landlords by larger chains. The potential financial penalties could serve as a wake-up call for Stonegate and similar companies to reassess their business practices and ensure compliance with regulations designed to pro…

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This article is based on information available as of October 2023 and may be subject to change as new developments arise.