Burton MP Kate Kniveton has joined calls for more to be done to preserve the nation’s brewing heritage once the National Brewery Centre closes in October.

Kniveton said: “I have received many emails from constituents who are concerned about the proposals by Molson Coors and what this means for the collections currently held at the National Brewery Centre.

“No one wants to see these lost and, while I am grateful for the commitment by Molson Coors and ESBC [East Staffordshire Borough Council] to display these elsewhere, we urgently need to know more details about these plans.

“It is right that these discussions about Burton’s heritage are held publicly, so all those with an interest have a chance to input and share their own ideas about the future of the collection.

“We all care about protecting Burton’s brewing history for future generations and ensuring we retain a focal point for the exhibitions to attract visitors to our town.

“I have invited Molson Coors to attend a public meeting and address some of these questions and concerns. I understand it is considering this, and I have today extended the invitation to ESBC so it too can share their views on how they can help to protect these valuable historic assets.”

Pictured: National Brewery Heritage Trust chairman Harry White and Burton MP Kate Kniveton