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Toby Perkins visits popular Chesterfield pub to discuss industry challenges and impact of Government budget

Toby Perkins, the Labour MP for Chesterfield, recently visited the popular town center pub, the Portland Hotel, to engage with local publicans and discuss the challenges facing the hospitality industry. During his visit, Perkins highlighted the significant impact of the government's budget on pubs, particularly focusing on the recent increase in alcohol duty which has added financial strain to an already struggling sector. He conversed with the pub's management about the broader issues like rising energy costs, staffing shortages, and the economic recovery post-COVID-19. Perkins emphasized the need for government support to help pubs survive these tough times, pointing out that pubs are not just businesses but vital community hubs. The visit was part of his ongoing effort to understand and address the concerns of local businesses and to advocate for policies that would support the hospitality industry's recovery and sustainability.

Read the Full Derbyshire Times Article at:
[ https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/news/politics/toby-perkins-visits-popular-chesterfield-pub-to-discuss-industry-challenges-and-impact-of-government-budget-4892314 ]