Rt Hon Sir Julian Smith KCB CBE, Member of Parliament for Skipton and Ripon, officially opened the new office of the Society of Independent Brewers and Associates (SIBA) in Ripon on Wednesday, 24 September.
Julian visited SIBA’s new premises on Dallamires Lane, where he was welcomed by Chief Executive Andy Slee and members of the SIBA team. The visit included a tour of the facility, as well as discussions on the future of independent brewing in the UK and key industry concerns ahead of the Budget.
SIBA, founded in 1980, represents around 750 independent breweries across the UK and plays a vital role in promoting quality, sustainability, and innovation in British brewing.
Speaking at the event, Julian said, “I am grateful to open SIBA’s new office here in Ripon. Independent brewers are a cornerstone of our local and national economy, and I am proud that Ripon is now home to an organisation doing so much to support them. I look forward to seeing SIBA continue to thrive and champion the best of British beer.”
The new office will serve as a hub for SIBA’s operations, bringing together staff and resources to better support its members and industry partners.
Learn more about SIBA on their website: https://www.siba.co.uk/
