Sector Welcomes Government’s Small Brewers’ Relief Proposals
The government’s proposed reforms to small brewers’ relief (SBR), has been largely welcomed by industry bodies. The main proposals are: • Replacing the existing taper
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Breweries
Arkell’s Brews Autumn Beer to Honour Armed Forces
Family brewer Arkell’s has created a mild ale named ‘Contemptibles’.
With a long and distinguished history of military service within the Arkell family, the Wiltshire brewery
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Brewing Industry Warns of ‘Business Closures Time-Bomb’ in the New Year
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) say that rising costs in essential materials such as fuel, CO2, energy, bottles, cans and packaging are making it impossible
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Brewing Sector Launches Roadmap to Net Zero Ahead of COP 26
BBPA, Zero Carbon Forum and Carbon Architecture present roadmap at Tennent’s Wellpark Brewery
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Stonegate Group Celebrate Career Landmark Graduation with Employees
Stonegate Group celebrated the graduation of 42 employees from its internal Accelerator Programme at Rosies, on Broad Street in Birmingham, on Wednesday 1st September. The
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96% Of Scottish Small Independent Brewers Unprepared For Deposit Return Scheme
The overwhelming majority (96%) of small independent brewers in Scotland are unprepared for the Deposit Return Scheme due to be introduced next year, according to a new survey
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SIBA Responds To Reports Of Forthcoming Beer Shortages Due To Planned Industrial Action
Responding to reports of forthcoming beer shortages from the global brewers due to planned industrial action, James Calder, Chief Executive of the Society of Independent Brewers said;
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Small Independent Brewers Left In Limbo Over Small Breweries’ Relief Changes
One year ago (21 July 2020) the Treasury announced changes to Small Breweries’ Relief (SBR) – a scheme under which small brewers pay a proportionate amount of beer duty compared
Read more...Drinks Dominate as Outdoor Trading Returns
Three quarters of spending on the first day of hospitality’s reopening went on drinks, with consumers treating themselves to premium beers, cocktails and spirits after
Read more...Government Abandons Vaccine Passport Plans for Pubs & Restaurants
The government has abandoned plans to implement a vaccine passports when people visit pubs bars and restaurants in what is described a huge boost for
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Consumers keen to spend despite caution on economy
Consumers are set to prioritise eating and drinking out in their spending after lockdown, but remain cautious about longer term financial impacts of the pandemic.
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Roger Protz Celebrates Britain’s Family Brewers With A Series Of Virtual Tastings
Renowned author and beer expert Roger Protz is leading a series of virtual beer tastings featuring beers from his book, The Family Brewers of Britain.
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Arkell’s Brewery Extends North Stand Partnership
Arkell’s Brewery has renewed its proud long-standing association with Swindon Town Football Club, continuing their sponsorship and naming rights of the iconic
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Brewery Boss “Pleads” For Furlough Extension
Nottingham-based brewery and pub operator Castle Rock has written to Chancellor Rishi Sunak calling for “urgent action” to support pubs and bars the city, or face
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Shepherd Neame Enjoys “Profitable” Reopening But Predicts “Challenging” Times
Shepherd Neame has reported a “profitable” three months since July reopening, however is expecting a “challenging” winter ahead.
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