British Pub Celebration 2010
Christopher Pincher, Member of Parliament for Tamworth and member of the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group, lent his backing to this month’s British Pub celebrations. The celebration of British pubs runs through November and is designed to salute one of Britain’s most treasured local institutions: the local pub.
Mr. Pincher says:
“The local pub is important for many people; it functions much more than just a place to drink or eat in a supervised and secure environment. It is a pillar of the community providing a venue for local people to meet and hold events. I believe pubs are vital in promoting community spirit.”
“I support the Chancellor’s recent decision to reverse the Labour Government’s increase in cider rate (10% above inflation!) as well as his decision not to increase the large alcohol duty bequeathed by Labour. I am also working with the Government to provide meaningful assistance to the pub industry, and I am pleased they are looking at proposals to review alcohol taxation so it does not penalise pubs and the responsible drinkers that use them.”
“Finally, I encourage people in and around the town to submit to me their favourite pub in the Tamworth Constituency. As a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group I can suggest individual pubs to receive awards for serving great beer and food. Obviously I have my favourites but I think everybody should decide! I hope to see you in one of our town’s great pubs soon.”
If you would like to nominate your local pub (or any other pub you like) for an All Party Parliamentary Beer Group award please send the name of the pub and the reasons why to christopher.pincher.mp@parliament.uk.
