BBPA and BII Call on Government to Address Pub Vacancies Issue
BBPA and BII urge UK government to address pub vacancies The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) and the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) have teamed up to urge the UK government to include chefs from overseas on the Shortage Occupation List. This move is aimed at filling job shortages in the pub industry, particularly […]
Draught Lager Prices Experience Significant 11% Increase
Draught lager prices have seen a significant 11% increase since March 2023, according to recent data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This has led to concerns among pub-goers and publicans alike, as the cost of a pint of beer continues to rise. The price hike affects both lager and cask ale, with some […]
Hospitality Sector Continues to Struggle Despite Drop in Headline Inflation Rate
Despite a slight ease to the headline rate of inflation, the hospitality sector is still suffering, according to trade bodies from across the industry. Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal that the headline rate of inflation fell to 8.7% in April, down from 10.1% in March. However, hospitality firms are still struggling […]