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
Tough trading conditions and rising costs see brewery numbers slip back in figures released today
Tough trading conditions and rising costs means that overall brewery numbers in the UK have slipped back slightly in the third quarter of 2023, according to the Society of Independent
SIBA to showcase Brave Noise collaborations at British Guild of Beer Writers Awards 2023
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) will tomorrow present a 'first of a kind' beer showcase at the much-anticipated British Guild of Beer Writers Annual Awards Dinner 2023. SIBA will be
- Brewery News
Neighbourhood IPA from Dalston's 40FT Brewery named best beer in London and the South East
An American-stye IPA from Dalston's 40FT brewery has been voted the best cask beer in London and the South East by a panel of industry experts. 'Neighbourhood IPA' by 40FT won
Grain Brewery’s ‘Slate’ Porter named best independent craft beer in East of England
Grain Brewery have taken home the overall Gold at the SIBA East Independent Beer Awards 2023, beating brewers from across the East of England, stretching from North Lincolnshire down to
- Supplier News
Glass packaging & drink processing specialist extends service offering in strategic acquisition
Rawlings & Son (Bristol) Limited (Rawlings Group – www.rawlingsgroup.co.uk), a multi-brand packaging and drink processing specialist, has acquired Paper Bag Co Limited (www.paperbagco.co.uk ), in a seven-figure deal advised on
New Vigo Service Contracts - Canning Lines
Vigo, UK agents of ABE canning lines are pleased to launch Service Contracts for canning lines. Having supplied multiple lines to craft breweries in the UK/Ireland and supported them through
- Political News
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
SIBA comments on new NHS 'Long Term Plan'
Commenting on the announcement of new ‘alcohol care teams’ within the NHS, Mike Benner, Chief Executive said: “We know the vast majority of people in the UK drink sensibly at home
- Industry News
i-Keg to unveil groundbreaking IOT Technology at BrauBeviale 2023
After years of designing and testing, i-Keg will unveil their patent-pending line of polymer Kegs, Casks and IOT spear at this years’ world trade show. Each Keg and Cask in our
Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) Respond to Chancellor's Autumn Statement
“After the double digit increase in beer duty only months ago, independent breweries will heave a huge sigh of relief that duty is now frozen until next summer, allowing the
Latest News
Tough trading conditions and rising costs see brewery numbers slip back in figures released today
Tough trading conditions and rising costs means that overall brewery numbers in the UK have slipped back slightly in the third quarter of 2023, according to the Society of Independent
SIBA to showcase Brave Noise collaborations at British Guild of Beer Writers Awards 2023
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) will tomorrow present a 'first of a kind' beer showcase at the much-anticipated British Guild of Beer Writers Annual Awards Dinner 2023. SIBA will be