Support for local pubs and social clubs
Tabled 14 October 2026 by Dr Zubir Ahmed
That this House recognises the importance of pubs and social clubs across the UK as pillars of local communities; understands the crucial role they play in providing employment and sanctuary for people across Scotland and the wider country; further recognises the positive contribution they make to mental health and wellbeing, particularly in combating loneliness and social isolation; celebrates the wealth of incredible pubs and social clubs in Glasgow South West constituency; marks its sincere regret and sadness at the fact that the UK loses, on average, one pub a day; supports the measures being put in place to protect the hospitality sector; and calls on the Scottish Government to match the business rates cuts, saving each premises approximately £1,100 per year.