Number 1 is the biggest issue facing them. Massive infact.I was in a pub yesterday afternoon which was not packed but had a steady flow of punters.
British people love drinking. In my view the pubs are safe if they try a bit harder to encourage punters.
1. Keep prices reasonable.
2. Put on some form of entertainment , bands etc.
3. If possible have an outside area.
3. Recruit, train, pay and retain good bar staff.