The Sun Tavern in Bethnal Green has been identified as London’s ‘most f***ed’ pub due to a staggering 632.1% increase in business rates, amounting to an extra £70,800 annually. Owner Andy Kerr expressed concerns that such a drastic hike could force him to close the popular venue, which accommodates only 60 patrons. The alarming trend is part of a broader issue, with many pubs facing significant rate increases, prompting worries about their survival. A recent poll indicates that nearly 11,000 UK pubs may not endure through the coming year.
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