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Environment & Sustainability

Britain’s beer and pub industry is ambitious and innovative when it comes to being an environmentally responsible sector that is resilient and fit for the future 

We support our members on their net zero journeys, provide guidance on environmental regulation, and engage with Government on what they can do to support the progress our breweries and pubs are making for the good of both their business and for the planet.

Brewing Green

The beer and pub industry is committed to reducing its environmental impact and playing a direct role in tackling climate change.  

To support their work, we launched Brewing Green. This showcases the progress the sector has made to meet its commitments and sets out ongoing initiatives that build on its existing achievements. 

Go to Brewing Green

Road to Net Zero

The in-depth, bespoke roadmap for the brewing sector was developed by the BBPA and Zero Carbon Forum with specialist insight from Carbon Architecture. 

The roadmap provides a deep dive into the actions brewers can take to decarbonise across operations, supply chains, and outlines the action needed from government.  

Zero Carbon Roadmap for Brewing

Packaging Reforms

We work closely with government on several packaging reforms and provide expert advice to members about their obligations for each. 

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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. 

Sign the pledge

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.

View Charter

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