Irish bars have long been tethering on the edges of community life
Vintners Federation Of Ireland
‘Significant component of tourism infrastructure’ operating in tough context with 22.5 per cent of pubs closing since 2005, Drinks Industry Group of Ireland reports
Industry figures concede a lot of work is being done to reform the insurance sector in Ireland, but believe it’s not being done fast enough to prevent businesses from closing down
Diageo cites rising business costs as reason for the increase, the second hike announced by the company this year
Vintners’ Federation of Ireland calls for State supports such as retention of 9% hospitality VAT rate
But critics argue marketing of alcohol ‘colours our perception of Ireland as a country’
Ireland's country pubs: ‘To go for a drink is one thing. To be driven to it is another’
Michael McGrath and Paschal Donohoe would not be drawn on future of lower VAT rate for pubs, restaurants and hotels
Pubs issue warning over too much deregulation of licensing laws while night time economy campaigners warn of too many restrictions
Some are considering ditching niche Heineken brands in favour of local craft beers
New law being brought to Cabinet will give pubs option of opening from 10.30am to 12.30am, seven days a week
‘This is about survival. It’s not about making money’ — publicans get creative as energy prices soar
Rising prices and security of electricity supply have forced publicans to plan major changes in how they do business
Report by Drinks Industry Ireland shows rural pubs have fared worse than their Dublin counterparts
Banking sector is changing, with branch closures becoming increasingly common
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