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ABOUT US

We are the voice of brewers and pubs

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Brewing Britain’s beer, preserving our pubs

Our members brew 90% of the beer produced in Britain and look after 20,000 of the UK’s much-loved pubs. They range from family brewers and regional pub companies to international breweries and the UK’s largest pub estates.

It’s a diverse group, but they all have one thing in common; passion for beautifully crafted beer and warm and welcoming pubs.

Our members can be found all across the UK

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Why become a member

Our work as the leading trade association for beer and pubs in Britain delivers real, tangible value for our sector. From the hundreds of millions saved through beer duty cuts to pub-specific business rates relief worth millions, the BBPA brings real, lasting benefits to its members.

As a member you will benefit from exclusive insight, expertise and data as well as supporting us to speak up for pubs and brewers, championing the issues that matter and securing policies to help your business thrive.

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We have a strong history of representation

We are the voice  of brewers and pubs. We offer insight and policy thinking to government, political stakeholders and media to help ensure that there is an in-depth understanding of both the opportunities and challenges faced by the sector. We campaign for the optimal fiscal and policy framework that will underpin a thriving pub and brewing sector in the UK. 

A successful record of delivering change

Our members brew over 90% of British beer

We campaign on behalf of over 20,000 pubs

We’re here to speak up for our members, to make sure pubs and brewers running brilliant businesses in every single part of the UK are heard. Our pubs and breweries are a cornerstone of British heritage and we’re here to make sure they’re a part of our country’s future.

Emma McClarkin OBE, Chief Executive, BBPA

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Policy and Member Resources

Operational Guidance

From producing guidance and practical tips to celebrating the successes of our members, we are supporting members in their role providing safe, inclusive spaces for customers and team members.

Pub Partnerships
Pub Operations
Supply Chain

Employment and People

We provide advice on how to develop brilliant teams, and campaign for policies that allow them to recruit, train and retain great staff whilst helping their business thrive.

Employment and Skills
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety

Tax and Trade

We campaign to reduce the unfair tax burden on our sector and provide guidance and information to support our members comply with taxation law.

Taxation
Export and Trade

Environment and Sustainability

Britain’s brewing and pub industry is innovative, ambitious and a sector fit for the future, progressing sustainability is a key pillar of our work alongside our members.

Sustainability

Health, Community & Wellbeing

From high streets to neighbourhoods, pubs act as social anchors, bringing people together, supporting community life and shaping the character of places across the country.

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Social Value

Member Content

Access a range of additional insight, guidance and briefings on key policy, regulatory and operational issues affecting the pub and brewing sector, bringing together more detailed context, analysis and supporting material from across BBPA activity. 

Member Portal
Member Resources

Resources & Action

Armed Forces Covenant

We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support serving personnel, veterans, reservists, and military families across the industry.  

By signing the Covenant we pledge to recognise the skills, experiences, and contributions of the Armed Forces community, and help the sector ensure the community faces no disadvantage in accessing employment, services, or opportunities. 

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The Open to All Charter  

The Charter was developed with the BBPA’s members to promote workplaces that attract and retain a diverse workforce.  

By committing to inclusive recruitment, fair treatment and strong support for employees, the Charter strengthens the sector’s ability to develop skilled teams and create sustainable employment opportunities.

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Challenge 21 and Challenge 25

The BBPA’s Challenge 21 scheme has been raising awareness among publicans and their staff of the need to be vigilant in preventing underage sales for over 20 years. The scheme serves as a reminder to customers that it is against the law to purchase alcohol if you are under 18, or to purchase alcohol on behalf of someone who is under 18.

Find posters here

World Cup Guidance

Our World Cup guidance, produced in partnership with UKHospitality, the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII), the Local Government Association and the National Police Chiefs’ Council aims to encourage police, licensing authorities and the licensed trade to work together to ensure the safe and successful showing of football tournaments in pubs.

Download our World Cup Guidance

Long Live the Local

Our Long Live The Local Campaign exists to save pubs in communities across the UK through reducing the unfair tax burden on our sector.

Add your support, it only takes two minutes but could help your beloved local stay open. 

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Joint Member Survey

Each quarter, the BBPA along with other hospitality trade bodies (the British Institute of Innkeeping, Hospitality Ulster and UKHospitality) survey our members across a range of topics to gauge sentiment and collect data on business operations.

The responses represent approximately a wide range of hospitality sites across the UK. 

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Latest Employment & Skills Consultations  

The government is seeking views through open consultations related to employment and workforce policy as part of its Employment Rights Act.

Find out our latest responses

England Pub Business Rates Calculator

We have developed a practical and easy to use calculator to help publicans estimate what their business rates are likely to be.

Click here for calculator