The figures were revealed in a survey conducted by the LVA between Monday 18th May and Tuesday 19th May, with 44% confirming their intention to reopen on 29th June. When applied to the 750 pubs located across the capital, ...

Representative bodies urge publicans across the country to follow the guidelines and put the health of customers and staff first. Research shows clear hygiene and safety measures will be vital for public with 61% wanting ...

Publican representatives have welcomed the Government announcement that pubs will reopen on 20th July, three weeks earlier than originally planned and that pubs who serve food can reopen at the same time as the rest of the ...

Compensation and support essential for survival of pub sector, in light of threat of future waves. LVA seeks immediate discussions with Government on future of pub sector.

Pubs across Dublin closed on 15th March 2020. Some have been waiting to reopen for 496 days 11 hours 29 minutes 28 seconds.

Operational Guidelines Now Urgently Required

VAT rate cut on alcohol sought as a temporary measure to help pubs survive until demand increases and consumer confidence returns in early 2021 – LVA, VFI and Ibec’s Drinks Ireland. Hospitality VAT rate cut will deliver ...

Economist Anthony Foley authors report on impact of Covid-19 on the drinks industry and analyses the effect of a reduced VAT rate on on trade alcohol sales. Report concludes that consumer demand will be lower after lockdown ...

Any decision to keep wet pubs closed while other parts of hospitality open will be political decision based on zero evidence made by FF, FG and Green Party.