The Future of Small Breweries’ Relief
The Treasury announced a review of Small Breweries Relief in October 2018. Read SIBA’s proposals for reform here:
WELCOME TO THE SOCIETY OF INDEPENDENT BREWERS
SIBA, the Society of Independent Brewers, was established in 1980 to represent the interests of the growing number of independent breweries in Britain.
Community Report
SIBA launches new Brewers in the Community Report & announces its Brewer in the Community winner
ASSURED INDEPENDENT BRITISH CRAFT BREWERS
An ‘Assured Independent British Craft Brewer’ is a brewery which has agreed to abide by SIBA’s Food Safety & Quality standard – meaning you get a beer of the highest quality, crafted with the utmost care.
Media
Below is a summary of News from SIBA Nationally and Regionally, as well as from our Brewing and Supplier Associate Members across. If you are a member of the press and would like to speak to SIBA regarding a story then please email PR & Marketing Manager Neil Walker on neil.walker@siba.co.uk
- National News
Sinclair & Drygate named best independent craft brewers in Scotland
Sinclair Breweries and Drygate have been named the best independent craft brewers in Scotland after taking home the two top spots in SIBA Scotland Independent Beer Awards. The prestigious awards, run
Search launched for UK’s Best Independent Craft Beer Businesses
The SIBA Business Awards 2019 today opens for entries, seeking to highlight the UK’s best independent craft beer businesses, retailers, pubs and restaurants across a broad range of categories. The prestigious
- Brewery News
Sinclair & Drygate named best independent craft brewers in Scotland
Sinclair Breweries and Drygate have been named the best independent craft brewers in Scotland after taking home the two top spots in SIBA Scotland Independent Beer Awards. The prestigious awards, run
Crowd funding finances new equipment for award winning brewery
The multi-award winning Derby Brewing Company has recently invested in new equipment to improve the efficiency and output of their Nottingham Road brewery. The family owned Derby Brewing Company successfully raised
- Supplier News
Want to put your beer in cans? Here’s how
Canned beers are hot stuff right now. They are loved by consumers everywhere, they are trendy, convenient and their bold designs make them stand out on the shelf. The latest
Atlas Packaging help to facilitate St.Austell Brewery re-brand
St Austell Brewery have recently unveiled new bottle designs and logos for its Tribute, Korev and Proper Job beers in the UK. Atlas Packaging has helped to facilitate this by
- Political News
How does Budget 2018 impact on independent brewers?
On Monday, the Chancellor of the Exchequer Phillip Hammond delivered his Autumn Budget. The brewers, drinkers and publicans who emailed their MPs in the weeks before the Budget made a
Will we be raising a beery cheer to the Chancellor next week? Or looking at a pint glass half empty?
The Society of Independent Brewers, which represents the UK’s independent breweries has urged the Chancellor to think of the millions of people who brew, serve and enjoy the UK’s national drink when
- Industry News
Low alcohol descriptors consultation a 'missed opportunity'
Commenting on the outcome of the Low alcohol descriptors consultation, Head of Public Affairs and Communications at SIBA, James Calder said; “Keeping the low alcohol descriptors as they are is a
SIBA comments on new Scottish Alcohol Strategy
Commenting on the Scottish Government’s new alcohol strategy, ‘Alcohol Framework 2018: Preventing Harm - next steps on changing our relationship with alcohol’ Stuart Cail, Chairman of the Scotland Region at the Society
Latest News
Low alcohol descriptors consultation a 'missed opportunity'
Commenting on the outcome of the Low alcohol descriptors consultation, Head of Public Affairs and Communications at SIBA, James Calder said; “Keeping the low alcohol descriptors as they are is a
SIBA comments on new Scottish Alcohol Strategy
Commenting on the Scottish Government’s new alcohol strategy, ‘Alcohol Framework 2018: Preventing Harm - next steps on changing our relationship with alcohol’ Stuart Cail, Chairman of the Scotland Region at the Society