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Dry January and rising costs add pressure to UK pubs

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Pub landlords warn of declining profits as changing drinking habits collide with higher wages and economic uncertainty.

By Leah De Lange and Nyla Compino

With January traditionally a quieter month for the hospitality sector, the growing popularity of Dry January is adding further strain to pub landlords already grappling with rising costs.

From more non-alcoholic choices and a wider variety of sports being broadcast, we investigate how pub landlords plan to stay afloat, and why some members of the public feel about the rising popularity of Dry January.


Featured image by Leah De Lange.

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