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A group of industry and consumer bodies, including UKHospitality, the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) and the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA), has written to the chancellor of the Exchequer ahead of the Spring Statement.
The joint letter urges the government to undertake a comprehensive review of business rates, undertake a consultation on a possible reduced rate of VAT for hospitality and engage with the sector to overhaul the excise duty system, promoting the consumption of lower-strength drinks in licensed premises.
Kate Nicholls, UKHospitality CEO, said: “With cost pressures continuing to squeeze many businesses and with the UK’s withdrawal from the EU fast-approaching, the time is right for the government to provide decisive support for hospitality businesses.
“We hope the chancellor accepts our offer to engage with the sector and provide pubs and hospitality businesses with the support they need to grow.”
