Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 111574

Public Houses: Community Development

Tabled: 6 February 2026
Answered: 16 February 2026

Question

Dr Roz Savage

Liberal DemocratSouth Cotswolds

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of Government policies on rural economies and high streets on the social and community value of pubs.

Answer

Miatta Fahnbulleh
Pubs are at the heart of rural communities, supporting the local economy, providing a space for people to come together, and offering essential services. The Government is investing £440,000 with Pub is The Hub to help rural pubs diversify. Through the En...

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