The Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIBA) have responded to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget, which they say had ‘positive steps’ but will see breweries worse off overall;
“The Chancellor’s announcement that she will raise the draught duty discount was a positive step which shows a continued support for breweries and beer in pubs, which contribute greatly to local communities and economies. But with broader alcohol duty, business rates, wages and National Insurance contributions all going up pubs and breweries are going to be worse off overall.
SIBA also welcomes the Government’s consultation on pub market access, which has the potential to improve the ability for small independent breweries to supply local pubs and we look forward to working with the Government and our colleagues across the industry to ensure this has a positive outcome which will improve consumer choice.” Andy Slee, SIBA Chief Executive
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