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Rural pubs must diversify to secure future says local publican
Over 250 pubs have closed their doors permanently since 2005 in the Shannonside Northern Sound region.
Aug 24, 2023 14:00
Price of a pint to rise again from today
Business costs are being cited as the reason for the increase.
Aug 14, 2023 08:58
Hopes for hospitality lobby groups to sway Government on VAT rate increase
The Carrick Chamber President says a recent report on behalf of the Irish Tourism Industry Confederation showed such a move will cost up 24,000 jobs across the country.
Jul 24, 2023 17:10
Increase in cost of a pint another blow to rural pubs says local bar owner
The Vintners Federation of Ireland has called it "deeply unfair" to consumers and publicans.
Jul 20, 2023 14:06
8pm curfew announced for hospitality
The measures are due to last until January 30th.
Dec 17, 2021 17:55
Local TD criticises leaking of potential Covid restrictions
The Longford Deputy says that if passed, the proposals will mean the hospitality sector will be effectively shut.
Dec 17, 2021 13:15
New Covid hospitality restrictions come into force today
Covid certs are now required for gyms, leisure centres and hotel bars.
Dec 7, 2021 08:10
Taoiseach officially announces expected new Covid restrictions
The official announcement of the latest restrictions came several hours after the details had first been leaked
Dec 3, 2021 18:38
New restrictions will be a disaster for hospitality industry
Pubs will now be prevented from using the Christmas season to recoup loses according to publicans
Dec 3, 2021 17:15
Hospitality sector urge government to clarify upcoming Covid advice
Businesses are claiming irreversible damage will be caused if Government don't clarify advice
Nov 26, 2021 07:42
New Covid nightlife guidelines to be clarified today
Industry reps have criticised the new guidelines as being confusing.
Oct 21, 2021 09:25
Live music to return to pubs under new Fáilte Ireland guidelines
The changes come as part of the fallout from the controversial event organised at the Merrion Hotel by Katherine Zappone, which was attended by Tánaiste Leo Varadkar.
Aug 6, 2021 12:17
Further details emerge of plan to resume indoor dining next week
The cabinet is set to sign off on the plan later today
Jul 21, 2021 07:47Shannonside Newsletter
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