BBPA Predicts 4.5m Extra Pints Could Be Poured at the England v Panama Game

Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association, said: "To mark the end of the heatwave, what could be better than heading down the local to cheer on England.

"Even with the slightly later kick off time, we're predicting that pubs across the UK will sell an extra 4.5 million pints, with fans thirsty for a quality match.

"We're calling on the Government to keep supporting our brilliant pubs, which are the home of live sport, by cutting beer duty to keep pints affordable for all."

Notes to Editors

The average pub will serve an additional 100 pints according to BBPA's forecast.

This will bring a total revenue boost of £22.5m

England pays 54p in beer duty, whilst Panama pays 13.8p, and the BBPA is calling on Government to cut beer duty in line with the European average.

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