Closures continue but conversions of existing buildings a cause for optimism
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Cask ale in deep decline: Reasons to be fearful?
SIBA report says pandemic has accelerated slump in demand
Fight steps up for fairer tax system
But reduction in duty for draught beer is trivial compared to price rises on the way
How high can real ale prices go?
£5 a pint is now not unusual in Oxford, even without service charges
After “Freedom Day”, what now for our local pubs?
Mixed picture as staff shortages and self-isolating staff cause headaches
Are pubs really in trouble, or crying wolf?
Delay in dropping all restrictions a major blow, as one in 10 pubs could close
Another pub closes, first of many?
Is closure of the Red Lion in Yarnton the first of many this winter?