Brian Mathew

Brian Mathew

Liberal Democrat — Melksham and Devizes

Speaking in the House of Commons on 3 September 2025

Debate

Hospitality Sector

Contribution

I thank the hon. Gentleman for his comments, but more is needed. The Minister’s Department must support these schemes and the pub trade or risk losing a vital component of rural life. Lastly, let me make the point that profitable businesses pay taxes, but closed pubs pay no taxes.

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