Written Question·Department for Business and Trade·UIN 48373
Public Houses: Closures
Tabled: 28 April 2025
Answered: 7 May 2025
Question
Andrew Rosindell
Reform UK — Romford
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what assessment he has made of the potential implications for his policies of trends in the number of pub closures; and what steps his Department is taking to help reduce the number of closures.
Answer
Gareth ThomasHospitality businesses are at the heart of our communities, providing accessible jobs and supporting economic growth across the UK.The Government is creating a fairer business rate system and reducing alcohol duty on qualifying draught products. This work...
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