- The British Beer and Pub Association estimates 378 pubs will close across England, Wales, and Scotland in 2025, resulting in over 5,600 direct job losses.
- The industry body warned pubs are struggling to make a profit due to high bills and taxes, leading to closures that impact communities and local economies.
- The British Beer and Pub Association has urged the government to implement meaningful business rates reform for the sector.
- The association is calling for a reduction in the cumulative tax and regulatory burden, mitigation of new employment and EPR costs, and a cut in beer duty.
- While the Labour Government plans to reform business rates, a recent budget cut property tax relief from 75 per cent to 40 per cent, increasing costs for hospitality businesses.
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