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 ...

JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin has revealed his business faces cost rises of £100m this financial year as a result of recent government policy.

JD Wetherspoon has criticised soaring taxes under Labour after its costs rose by £45m in the second half of last year.

Tim Martin, the executive chairman and founder of one of Britain's biggest pub chains, said that 'costs have been higher than ...

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 ...

Why did Wetherspoon take mixed grill off the menu? Pub chain boss Sir Tim Martin reveals truth behind 'vexed' decision - He ...

JD Wetherspoon, founded in 1979 by Tim Martin, revolutionised the UK pub scene by offering a low-cost, no-frills alternative ...

Wetherspoon shares slumped on Wednesday after the pub giant laid bare the scale of the financial hit from November’s ...