Some 223 pubs went bust from April to June, up from 200 in the first quarter. This was largely due to several adverse factors, including high energy, labour and wholesale food and drink costs, showed analysis by Price Bailey.

At the same time, the disposal income of pub-goers continued to decline, as many were hit hard by the cost of living crisis.

Over the last 12 months, 729 pubs closed permanently, representing an 80% increase on the previous year, which stood at 405.