A BBPA spokesperson said: “On behalf of our members, who account for approximately 20,000 pubs across the UK, we supported options that would have made the temporary easement permanent, so we are incredibly disappointed at Government’s decision.
“We have seen no evidence that this easement has created any widespread issues since it was introduced, instead it helped to boost trade for pubs and therefore the economy as a whole, so this move will layer yet more cost and administrative burdens on pubs and local authorities.
“We would urge the Prime Minister to reconsider the impact of this move because it will undermine their growth mission and create more red tape.”
Contact: Anna Edwards, aedwards@beerandpub.com
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