The BBPA has today welcomed reports that Sajid Javid MP, the Home Secretary, has asked the Migration Advisory Committee to review the £30,000 minimum salary threshold for skilled migrant workers. The BBPA argues that dropping the threshold would be a boost to Britain’s pubs as they will be able to recruit skilled overseas workers, such as chefs, under the £30,000 minimum salary threshold. Pubs are already facing a skills shortage and a survey of our members across the UK showed the importance of overseas workers to pubs; 17% of their workforce are from overseas, but this rises to 40% in metropolitan areas and in some specialist areas such as kitchen staff, up to 80%. Brigid Simmonds, Chief Executive of the British Beer & Pub Association, comments: “As we move into a post-Brexit migration system, it is vital that the system works for Britain’s pubs. I am pleased Sajid Javid has listened to our calls for this £30,000 threshold to be reviewed, when we have such high shortages of pub chefs. The sector stands ready and waiting to play our part in attracting more UK nationals to work in our industry and we hope that a Tourism Sector Industrial Strategy will help us face that challenge.”
The British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) has today responded to the Government’s announcement of the mandatory introduction of full ingredient labelling for foods sold pre-packed for direct sale. Brigid Simmonds, Chief Executive of the British Beer & Pub Association, comments: “As a sector, brewers and pubs are fully supportive of efforts to keep consumers safe. For those consumers who have intolerances or sensitivities that go beyond the 14 allergens listed in Food Information for Consumers, full ingredient listings will help. It is also important, however, to continue to encourage dialogue between businesses and consumers, so customers still ask about ingredients and allergens when buying products. “Although the mandatory introduction of full ingredient labelling is unlikely to impact brewers or pubs as much as other sectors, it is important the Government recognises that smaller producers may struggle to meet new labelling requirements. Implementation by the summer of 2021, however, is welcome – particularly for small businesses to allow them time to develop the processes necessary to declare full ingredient information.”
The British Beer & Pub Association, the leading trade association representing the interests of the brewing and pub sectors, is seeking a Statistician to work in the Policy team. Based in our head office in the City of London you will be responsible for statistical analysis to underpin policy development and regular and ad-hoc survey work monitoring key trends in the market. You will also provide statistics in response to queries from the media and other external stakeholders. Key duties will include: Administration and management of regular member surveys Data entry and analysis of large amounts of data and information Management of statistical databases and electronic filing systems Assisting with the development of BBPA publications, guidance and consultation responses. Building relations and key contacts within member companies and dealing with other external queries Preparing meeting papers, briefing notes and minute taking Maintaining and updating relevant pages on BBPA’s website Working in a very busy department, you will need to be a team player, highly numerate, efficient, with initiative and a positive “can do” attitude. The post would ideally suit a graduate with at least two years commercial experience with a degree containing a strong statistical element. Excellent IT skills and an attention to detail are vital as are good interpersonal and written skills. An interest in the brewing and pub sector is also important. The salary will be dependent on skills and experience but is likely to be in the region of £30-38k plus benefits including pension, health insurance and subsidised gym membership. The closing date for applications is 28th June 2019. To apply, please send email your CV with a covering letter explaining why you are interested in the position to Pamela Bates. Email pbates@beerandpub.com
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