Written question asked by James Naish (Labour) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 September 2026 (named day). It was answered by Kate Dearden (Labour) on Thursday, 3 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade.

Public Houses: Codes of Practice

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what recent discussions he has had with the Pubs Code Adjudicator on compliance with the statutory Pubs Code.

Answer

The Pubs Code Adjudicator (PCA) is a separate statutory entity independent of Government. The PCA completed its first investigation, into Star Pubs, in 2020, resulting in a penalty of £1.25m. The PCA launched an investigation into Stonegate Pubs in July 2026, which is ongoing. The PCA publishes information about its investigations on its website and in its Annual Report & Accounts.

The Department has regular dialogue with the PCA across the range of the PCA's responsibilities.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 22225
Session: 2026-27
Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Codes of practice Public houses
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Public Houses: Codes of Practice

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