BBPA responds to Andy Burnham announcement on business rates plans for pubs

Emma McClarkin, CEO of the British Beer and Pub Association, said: “While the current relief in business rates for pubs is welcome, pubs continue to pay a disproportionately higher rate which grinds down their ability to keep the doors open. A further 20% would be a real boost for the local, and raising the threshold so many smaller pubs get taken out of paying rates would make a real difference to high streets and livelihoods.

“We know how much people value the pub, and we want to work with all parties on long term reform so our pubs stay open, young people stay in jobs, and the local remains at the heart of the community.”

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