03/06/2026
Hospitality is at the heart of our communities.
Independent pubs, bars, cafés and restaurants create jobs, bring people together and help keep our high streets vibrant. Yet many hospitality businesses are facing rising costs from every direction while operating on increasingly tight margins.
That’s why we’re supporting the VAT’s The Problem campaign, which is calling for a reduction in hospitality VAT from 20% to 10%.
A lower rate would help businesses invest, employ more people, improve venues and keep prices as affordable as possible for customers. Most importantly, it would give independent operators a better chance to thrive rather than simply survive.
We’re proud to stand alongside fellow local hospitality businesses in backing this campaign.
