The Scottish Beer and Pub Association (SBPA), which is part of the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), has appointed Anne Toms as its new president. 

Toms, who currently serves as vice president of the SBPA, is also government affairs lead at Budweiser Brewing Group. She succeeds Andrew Lawrence of Molson Coors Beverage Company, who has held the role since 2022. Lawrence will go on to become chair of the BBPA’s Future Brewing Group. 

In her new position, Toms will work alongside SBPA chief executive Emma McClarkin, strategy and policy director Andy Tighe and senior policy manager Paul Togneri to lead the association’s efforts representing Scotland’s brewers and pubs. 

Toms said: “I’m honoured to take on the role of SBPA president and look forward to working with our members to champion Scotland’s beer and pub sector. Pubs are at the heart of communities and brewers are a key part of Scotland’s economy – I’m committed to ensuring their voices are heard and their interests represented.”   

Lawrence added: “It has been a privilege to serve as SBPA president and work alongside such a passionate and dedicated team. I wish Anne every success in continuing to drive forward the Association’s mission and support our fantastic industry. Having worked alongside Anne for a number of years, I know her drive, dedication and experience will serve the industry well in Scotland.”