Alcohol Ltd (trading as alcohol.co.uk) is a private limited company focused on lobbying for the UK alcohol sector. We lobby on domestic policy and work to secure better access to key international markets for the UK's £50 billion alcohol sector.
Our Mission: Trade & Growth
The UK alcohol sector is a vital part of the national economy, supporting over 1 million jobs in manufacturing, retail, and hospitality.
Our positioning is to provide a unified voice for this diverse industry. We represent stakeholders of all sizes – from local pubs and small distilleries or farms to the largest global producers. We actively seek feedback and engagement from all corners of the sector to ensure our advocacy is truly representative.
Our Focus Pillars:
- Domestic Policy Advocacy:
Lobbying for fair UK alcohol legislation, duty structures, and market conditions that allow the sector to thrive.
- International Market Access:
Understanding and influencing trade policy to keep UK alcohol exports competitive globally and secure better access to key international markets.
Leadership & Management
Stephen Grindley – Managing Director
Stephen Grindley is the Managing Director of Alcohol Ltd. He brings extensive experience in international business, data and marketing, applying analytical rigour and strategic insight to the company's advocacy approach.
Stephen can be contacted directly at stephen.grindley@alcohol.co.uk
For transparency regarding financial interests, see Stephen's declaration on the Financial Interests page.
Integrity & Transparency
We are headquartered in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, but our impact is national. We are willing to visit and understand more about all areas in the UK at our own cost to ensure we grasp the unique challenges faced by different regions.
- ORCL Registered:
We are fully registered with the Office of the Registrar of Consultant Lobbyists (ORCL), and any reportable lobbying activity is disclosed quarterly per the 2014 Act.
- Company Details:
Alcohol Ltd is a private company registered in England & Wales (Company Number: 04854930). Registered Office: The Limes, Bayshill Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3AW, United Kingdom.
- Quality Standards:
Our published ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 27001 certificate details identify Coaley Peak Ltd incorporating Alcohol Ltdas the holder and British Assessment Bureau Limited t/a Amtivo as the issuer. Certificate numbers: 228342 (ISO 9001) and 230804 (ISO/IEC 27001). The stated expiry is 4 July 2027, subject to continuing assessments.
Certification applies to the management-system activities and locations stated on the relevant certificate. It does not certify every service or website feature, guarantee security or establish compliance with every law. The issuer’s current record and certificate scope should be checked before relying on the claim. The UKAS CertCheck guidance explains independent verification.
Data protection registration: Information Commissioner's Office, reference ZC093590. Registration records a fee-register entry; it is not ICO approval of our processing.
“Sustainable growth requires shared insight.”
At Alcohol Ltd, we believe that the best policy outcomes are achieved when industry expertise is combined with rigorous data analysis. We invite all sectors of the UK alcohol community to engage with our ongoing research phase.