Pub-goers face pricier pints as Labour's tax raid looms, Tory analysis reveals

Tory analysis predicts higher costs for pubs

PUB-GOERS face pricier pints as Labour's tax raid is set to hit every boozer in the country, Tory analysis shows. Their research reveals the 36,730 boozers across England are bracing for an average £5,500 extra a year in business rates.

National Insurance hike adds pressure on struggling landlords

And on top of that, the National Insurance hike will add £800 per worker, piling even more pressure on struggling landlords.

Tories launch Save the Local campaign

Furious Tories today launched a Save the Local campaign to stop "Labour's all-out war on Britain’s pub." Shadow Communities Secretary Kevin Hollinrake expressed concerns about the impact on pubs and jobs.

Chancellor insists on targeted support for pubs

Chancellor Rishi Sunak assured that Labour will provide targeted support for pubs, including an £85 million tax cut on draught pints and expanded relief for small brewers.

Treasury spokesperson highlights support for pubs

A Treasury spokesperson emphasized the importance of pubs in communities and outlined measures to support them, such as cutting alcohol duty on draught pints and providing relief on business rates and National Insurance bills for smaller pubs.