Crawley MP Is The Toast Of British Beer & Pub Association

Crawley MP Is The Toast Of The British Beer & Pub Association

Crawley MP, Henry Smith has received a special award in recognition of his support for the Long Live the Local campaign and helping to secure consecutive freezes in beer duty when he was presented with the Beer Champion award, a unique tap-handle trophy created especially for the occasion.

The award is an initiative from the British Beer & Pub Association to recognise the role of MPs from across the House of Commons in supporting Britain’s national drink since the 2017 General Election.

Speaking about the award and his campaigning, Henry Smith MP says: “There are more than 1,400 jobs connected to the 39 pubs in Crawley, which contribute over £34 million to the local economy per year. It’s vital for the industry and customers that the sector has Government’s backing.”

Brigid Simmonds, chief executive of the British Beer & Pub Association, added: “This award recognises Henry Smith MP for his invaluable support for the Great British pub and Britain’s historic brewing industry. I want to thank Henry for the work done in securing two beer duty freezes.”