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Story summary
- Labour's Rachel Reeves unveiled a Budget that has sparked concern among pub owners in Britain.
- The Budget does not address the increased National Insurance impact on hospitality, which has already shed tens of thousands of jobs.
- Alcohol duty will rise with inflation, increasing costs for consumers.
- A minimum wage hike could strain thin pub profit margins.
- Critics argue Labour's disdain for pubs threatens the industry, with thousands of closures feared by 2026.
