British pubs closing at a rate of almost two per day in 2026
Summary
Almost two British pubs closed every day in the first quarter of 2026, with 161 closures reported across England, Scotland, and Wales. The British Beer and Pub Association says this has resulted in about 2,400 job losses and calls for tax changes to help save pubs.Key Facts
- 161 British pubs closed between January and March 2026.
- This closure rate equals nearly two pubs closing each day.
- Around 2,400 jobs were lost due to these closures.
- 336 pubs closed across Britain in 2025.
- Pubs say high taxes and rising costs hurt their profits.
- The government introduced a 15% tax relief for pubs and music venues in April 2026.
- Scotland had the highest number of closures in early 2026, with 41 pubs closing.
- The government is also freezing business rates for two years and increasing support funds to help pubs.
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