Ash Corbett-Collins has been elected CAMRA’s new national chairman at a meeting of the Campaign’s National Executive in Cumbria over the weekend. 

Vice chairman since last November, Ash is a long-standing National Executive member who was first elected to the board of the Campaign in 2018.  

Ash said: “This is an exciting time to be taking on the role as chairman. Holding the vice chairman position for the last 10 months – along with other roles over the last six years – has given me the experience and knowledge to lead the organisation.  

“Effective leadership and collaboration for change is vital to safeguard our future. CAMRA is still as vital and relevant for consumers across the UK today as it was half a century ago.  

“Our valued and loyal membership means we can work across all nations, whether this is campaigning for change, supporting our events and festivals, or protecting our cherished pubs and access to cask beer. I want to work together to continue to bring about change at a time where pubs, clubs, taprooms and breweries are facing uncertain times.”   

The process to elect a new vice chair is now underway, with the result expected in the autumn.   

Ash thanked previous national chairman Nik Antona, for his hard work and dedication. Nik recently stood down due to ill health after a five-and-a-half-year tenure.