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.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:
ISO 9001 & ISO 27001 (UKAS) Certified. Data Protection Registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (Ref: ZC093590).
“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.