Sligo Publican urges government to provide more support to rural pubs
A Sligo Publican is warning that there is every chance that more rural pubs will close in the north west unless more support is provided to struggling publicans New figures show that almost 2 thousand pubs have closed across the country since 2005. A report from the Drinks…
Extension to period of Covid compliance for Bars & Restaurants
The length of time that bars and restaurants in the north west are going to have to comply with Covid-19 restrictions could be increased later today. A Vintners federation spokesperson has already expressed concern at moves to extend the period. Garda powers to make pubs and restaurants comply…
Good Friday ban on pubs is lifted
The ban on pubs opening on Good Friday has been abolished. The Dáil approved the measure this afternoon. It’s expected to be signed into law by the President before Good Friday this year. That means alcohol can be sold this Good Friday for the first time in more than 90…