Bio

Background and Format: First published in 1940, Licensed & Catering News (LCN) provides reliable, industry-specific information to Northern Ireland's hospitality, leisure and tourism industries. It contains high-profile interviews with well known figures from the sector as well as news, analysis, business advice and photo spreads. Audience and Readership: Hospitality industry professionals in Northern Ireland. Deadline: The deadline is the first week of the month prior to publication month. Time of publication: The first week of the month. Frequency: 11 issues a year; Double issue December/January. Circulation: Source: ABC. Ad Rates: For advertising information contact Stephen Staerke on +44 (0)28 9045 7457 or stephen.staerke@pentonpublications.co.uk. Other information: Every January LCN publish a Yearbook edition, a record number of opinions and analysis garnered from the top professionals across hospitality, leisure and tourism in the province. Every year LCN hosts an awards event for the hospitality, leisure and tourism sectors in Northern Ireland. Awards: 2009 - Irish Magazine Awards, Business to Business Magazine of the Year (Nominated) Alerts: Gorkana Alert: Tuesday 2 May 2007 Penton Publications, Northern Ireland’s leading independent magazine publisher is delighted to announce that Licensed & Catering News magazine has been purchased by Penton Publications Ltd. This brings the company’s portfolio to seven magazines: Irelands Wedding Journal, Northern Irelands Visitors Journal, GO Belfast, Irelands Forecourt and Convenience Retailer, Neighbourhood Retailer, Northern Ireland Veterinary Today and Licensed & Catering News (LCN). LCN has had a close affinity with the hospitality industry in Northern Ireland for over 60 years. As the business newspaper for the hospitality industry, LCN is a firm favourite with publicans, hoteliers, restaurateurs and indeed everyone associated with this important sector of our economy. With over 6,000 copies distributed monthly to all key decision makers, LCN keeps the industry up to date with news, reviews, special features, interviews, profiles and much more.