25,000 pub staff in region not able to work this month due to Tier restrictions
More than 25,000 pub staff in the West Midlands will not be able to work over the festive period, figures reveal.
The closures will lead to tens of millions of pounds in lost turnover, according to research released today by the British Beer and Pub Association.
The trade body today warned of “carnage” across the industry unless the Government acts immediately.
The BBPA estimates 15,679 pub staff in the Black Country and Birmingham will be affected in December, as around 1,200 venues in the area shut their doors.
Pubs in those areas stand to lose £54.3 million in turnover based on estimates of usual takings for the month.
In Staffordshire, 11,534 pub staff will be affected as 973 venues close their doors. They stand to lose £45.5 million.
Under Tier 3 ‘Very High Alert’ restrictions, pubs and bars have to close except for takeaway and delivery services.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a one-off £1,000 ‘Christmas grant’ to support pubs in Tier 2 and 3, but it has been described as “meagre amount” that will make little difference.
