I’ve spent my life around British craftsmanship… and few names carry the weight, history and quiet pride of Denby
For over 200 years, Denby has been part of our homes… our kitchens… our everyday moments. The mug you reach for in the morning, the plate at family gatherings, the pieces that quietly become part of your story.
To hear that this great Derbyshire institution is now under real threat… is deeply saddening.
But the story isn’t over yet.
If you feel, as I do, that Denby is worth saving …there are simple but meaningful ways you can help:
• Visit their website and learn more about what’s happening
• Share their campaign far and wide … awareness truly matters
• Support by purchasing Denby pieces, if you’re able
• Visit the Pottery Village here in Derbyshire and show your support in person
• Keep an eye out for their petition and lend your voice
This is about more than pottery… it’s about protecting British skill, heritage, and the livelihoods of hundreds of people.
Let’s not lose something so special without a fight.
🔗 Find out more and support here: https://t.co/0J3He0qZqz
#SaveDenby
- Charles x
#DenbyPottery #Denby #lifestyle
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Alcohol duties add yet another burden to hospitality venues and the night time economy, already facing an existential crisis.
I pushed for a 6 month review to assess impact.
We hope @RachelReevesMP is listening to UK #wine & #spirit businesses who are calling for:
🧊 2 year freeze to alcohol duty,
🍷cut red tape by maintaining the wine easement,
💷 to help boost @hmtreasury funds & keep prices down for consumers
https://t.co/jrQLZJiEe9
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Come and taste north G45.
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The experience and facilities seem designed to be as intimidating, dehumanising and unpleasant as possible.
(Ciaran gave me permission to use his tweets.)
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10 days til #Budget Day
With prices up ⬆️
sales down ⬇️
and alcohol inflation running at twice inflation📈
Hundreds of @wstauk members are calling on @Jeremy_Hunt@GarethDavies_MP to…
✂️Cut duty & make the wine easement permanent 🍷 🍸
The WSTA agrees with @Jeremy_Hunt that "smart tax reductions" are key 👏
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✅better support aims to cut inflation
✅ stimulate growth
✅& maximise revenue to @hmtreasury#CutDrinksDuty
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