Shepherd Neame chief executive, Jonathan Neame

Shepherd Neame is pledging further support for its licensees in light of the ongoing coronavirus situation.

The company previously suspended all licensee rents from 23rd March.  Since rents are payable weekly in arrears, this effectively means that Shepherd Neame licensees haven’t paid rent since the Prime Minister’s announcement to avoid pubs on 16th March.

Additional measures announced are as follows:

  • All licensees rents will continue to be waived for the duration of the government closure period.
  • Shepherd Neame’s head office team will offer extensive support to licensees in accessing the grants and financial support available from the government.

Chief executive, Jonathan Neame, said: “We are working closely with our licensees during these challenging times, and want to offer every support possible to help them preserve the future of their businesses. 

“Our focus is to protect our people, our pubs, and the company for the long term.”