As pub after pub sadly shuts its doors due to ever-increasing costs, former Top Gear host Jeremy has been hailed a hero for highlighting the plight of British pubs View 4 Images (Image: Getty Images)

Jeremy Clarkson has been hailed a hero by beer and brewing chiefs for shining a spotlight on the struggling pub industry . It comes as he himself has spoken on how his pub has been affected by changing rules on tax and stock, while punters turn their backs on bars. ‌

His hit Clarkson’s Farm series, featuring the TV star’s Farmer’s Dog pub and Hawkstone beer, showed Brits the harsh realities faced by publicans and brewers, said the British Beer & Pub Association. The former Top Gear host received the BBPA’s Industry Champion award at the trade body’s annual dinner in Leeds,

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