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British Pub Industry Faces Over One Closure Per Day in 2025

With business rates relief slashed, employer national insurance contributions raised, new packaging levies imposed, daily pub closures have become unavoidable.

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Lots of pubs will call last orders for the final time in 2025

Overview

  • The British Beer and Pub Association estimates 378 venues will shut across England, Wales and Scotland in 2025, averaging more than one closure a day.
  • The BBPA warns these shutdowns risk over 5,600 direct job losses and erode local communities’ social hubs.
  • Government measures this spring cut business rates relief from 75% to 40% and hiked employer national insurance contributions to 15%, inflating operational costs.
  • Industry leaders are urging policymakers to overhaul business rates, offset new employment and EPR levies and reduce beer duty to stem further losses.
  • Pass-through of rising taxes and bills has pushed the average pint price above £5, adding pressure on customers and pubs alike.