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INDEPENDENT FRAMEWORK CODE OF PRACTICE

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This Code implements comprehensive reforms on how tied agreements operate in the pub trade and has been published by three leading industry associations.

The Pub Industry Framework Code of Practice governs the business relationship between companies and publicans operating tied public houses and results from a far-reaching and ongoing dialogue resulting in an agreement reached between the British Beer & Pub Association, British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) and the Federation of Licensed Victuallers Associations (FLVA).

The Code greatly improves the openness and transparency of tied agreements between pub operators and lessees. It significantly increases the information made available by pub companies to prospective lessees and tenants. It builds on existing good practice and ensures would-be publicans are better informed and better qualified.

The Code ensures that people who purchase assigned leases from out-going licensees will receive the same level of detailed information available to those taking on a pub directly with pub companies. You can download the Framework Code below.

BBPA member companies have implemented the industry Framework Code by revising their own company codes, and submitting them to be accredited and approved

Code Disputes

If you believe that your Company is not abiding by its Code of Practice or the Industry Framework Code options available to you include: 

  • Raising any queries directly with your Pub Operating Company in the first instance
  • Seek advice from Trade organisations such as the FLVA
  • Referral to Pubs Independent Conciliation and Arbitration Service (PICA-SERVICE)

Please contact us for further details.

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