{
  "id": 12897493,
  "title": "Plans to shut Marston's Brewery in Burton revealed",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/plans-to-shut-marstons-brewery-in-burton-revealed",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-08T15:22:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Business",
    "slug": "bbc-business",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ck8dzq095lj3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Carlsberg Britvic has revealed plans to shut Marston's Brewery in Burton-upon-Trent next summer, affecting about 310 people. The company cites the decline in UK cask ale volumes, which have more than halved in the last decade, as a major factor. Despite this, priority brands like Hobgoblin, McEwan's, and Brooklyn are expected to remain in the portfolio, potentially being brewed elsewhere. Burton, often referred to as the \"beer capital of England,\" has a long history with brewing, dating back to the 11th century. However, the town has seen more than 30 breweries operate there at its peak. Carlsberg Britvic acknowledged the brewery's significance to the town but stated that the decision reflects a need to focus on areas with growing consumer demand. The company assures that key operations will continue during the transition period and will share further details as decisions are made.",
  "summary": "Burton-upon-Trent's links with beer and brewing date back centuries.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}