News
Below is a summary of News from SIBA Nationally and Regionally, as well as from our Brewing and Supplier Associate Members. If you are a member of the press and would like to speak to SIBA regarding a story please contact press@siba.co.uk
- National News
Heavy headwinds threaten to blow independent breweries off course according to new report
A new report published today has shown that whilst demand for independent beer remains strong, UK brewers face “heavy headwinds” from increased taxation, market access restrictions and reduced alcohol consumption
Third of young people now recognise the Indie Beer campaign - as inaugural UK-wide Indie Beer Week begins
New research released today shows almost a third (31%) of young beer drinkers surveyed now recognise the Indie Beer campaign, which has set out to promote beer from genuinely independent
- Brewery News
Utopian Brewing and Moor Beer named Champions of the South West at inaugural Indie Beer Awards 2025
Utopian Brewing and Moor Beer Co have taken home the top two awards at the newly launched Indie Beer Awards, which took place lastnight at the MaltingsFest beer festival in
Scottish small brewers welcome new pub tenant right to a guest beer
Changes enacted today mean that around 700 pub tenants will have a new right to stock a guest beer in Scotland, which could expand consumer choice and support local Scottish
- Supplier News
Charles Faram Proudly Supports "Keep Cask Alive" Series & Heritage Campaign
At Charles Faram, we are dedicated to supporting the future of British brewing, which is why we are proud to sponsor Keep Cask Alive!, a seven-part documentary series launched on
Murphy and Son Announces Exciting New Partnership with the University of Nottingham’s International Centre for Brewing Science
Technical resources for the brewing sector have been given a boost by the combining of two of the UK’s leading resources of brewing education and support. Murphy and Son is
- Political News
MSPs call for a rethink on outdated attitude towards Scottish pubs and brewers to boost Brand Scotland
26 September 2024 Scotland should rethink its “curiously outdated and unbalanced attitude” to pubs and brewers and recognise that there is huge economic and social potential waiting to be unlocked. This is
Independent Brewers call on Chancellor to 'invest in Britain's pubs' by increasing new draught drinks duty discount to 20%
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA), has today called on the Chancellor to expand the draught duty relief to 20%, throwing a lifeline to the struggling pubs and hospitality sector. Under
- Industry News
Scottish small brewers welcome new pub tenant right to a guest beer
Changes enacted today mean that around 700 pub tenants will have a new right to stock a guest beer in Scotland, which could expand consumer choice and support local Scottish
Cellar to Seller Returns with a Bigger and Better Programme for 2025.
Cellar to Seller is hosting a one day knowledge exchange, aimed at brand owners and cellar service technicians, both experienced and new to keg dispense. The event will deliver: Knowledge and information
Latest News
Heavy headwinds threaten to blow independent breweries off course according to new report
A new report published today has shown that whilst demand for independent beer remains strong, UK brewers face “heavy headwinds” from increased taxation, market access restrictions and reduced alcohol consumption
Utopian Brewing and Moor Beer named Champions of the South West at inaugural Indie Beer Awards 2025
Utopian Brewing and Moor Beer Co have taken home the top two awards at the newly launched Indie Beer Awards, which took place lastnight at the MaltingsFest beer festival in