BBPA Warns Guaranteed-Hours Plan Could Raise Pub Costs, Cut Flexibility for 1 Sector
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Updated · MorningAdvertiser.co.uk · Aug 21
BBPA Warns Guaranteed-Hours Plan Could Raise Pub Costs, Cut Flexibility for 1 Sector
1 articles · Updated · MorningAdvertiser.co.uk · Aug 21
Summary
BBPA said proposed guaranteed-hours offers could squeeze pubs and brewers with higher labour costs while weakening the flexible staffing model many venues rely on.
The trade body argued the changes could backfire on workers by prompting businesses to limit hiring or reduce hours to protect already thin margins amid broader cost pressures.
Emma McClarkin called for a request-based system instead, saying it would let employees seek guaranteed hours without removing operational flexibility or staff choice.
May complaints from Greene King, Star Pubs and UKHospitality show the warning builds on wider hospitality concerns that zero-hours reforms could add costs and barriers to employment.