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.

Following suggestions the Government is to block the reopening of 'wet' pubs next month while also making it more difficult for pubs who serve food to reopen, the LVA say such measures have nothing to do with public safety ...

Choices came down to keeping indoor hospitality shut for several more months or proceed with 'hugely challenging' system. Huge political will now required to achieve 19 July reopening date.

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 ...

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.

Decision will be met with fury and despair across the sector Government “sympathy” won’t save businesses or jobs. Meaningful support essential with pubs facing full blown crisis.

In a strident rebuttal of the information published by the Government, the vintners representatives have highlighted 14 different flaws, deceptive uses of data and incomplete considerations.

Cabinet must stick to its decision of last Tuesday to re-open all pubs. Contradictory messaging from Government and NPHET adding enormously to uncertainty and stress facing publicans.

LVA slams 'package' of supports announced by Government as a "paltry, token gesture". Pubs closed for 6 months receive same level of aid as Kildare businesses closed for 4 weeks.