With the recent cold snap affecting many small businesses, it's good to hear that community pubs haven't been suffering.

The Morning Advertiser website is reporting that the vast majoirty of punters chose to stick close to home over Christmas and the New Year, meaning local pubs performed well.

But, with more severe weather to come, it's important that landlords are as prepared as possible for the impact the weather could have on both their staffing levels and their business.

The Forum of Private Business (FPB) is advising small businesses like pubs to ensure that any plans comply with employment law. The FPB produce an Employment Guide that you might find useful - you can find more info here.