Tim Martin says succession planning has begun at JD Wetherspoon as new figures show the pub giant paid £837m in tax last year. The founder warns VAT and business rates continue to hold back sector ...

Watford-based JD Wetherspoon is perhaps the UK's most recognisable food and drink chains, while its owner is one of the most well-known individuals in the industry.

WETHERSPOONS chief Tim Martin has revealed why a popular dish was axed from the chain’s menu. The huge shake up was sparked by seething punters who took issue with the way part of the meal ...

Wetherspoon boss Sir Tim Martin has warned that you'll soon have to pay more for a pint in a pub. A surge in wage bills and taxes is hammering pubs much more than shops. A 10% pay rise adds just 1.5p ...

It will become the South West town's second Wetherspoon pub ...