Agri-Business
The VFI is urging the government to introduce a draught rebate scheme in the budget, describing it as a vital lifeline for rural pubs.
Rural Life
A report commissioned by the DIGI has found that since 2005, 2,119 pubs, an average of 112 per year, have permanently closed.
The Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) is calling for a 40% rebate on the excise charged to draught products sold in pubs.
2,054 pubs have closed down within the past 20 years, according to a new report from the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI).
A southeast Galway farmer with a suckler herd has an unusual alternative farm enterprise - he has...
Hundreds of rural pubs are facing the threat of closure due to their exclusion from government energy supports, according to the VFI.
A new report from the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI) has shown a stark decline in the number of pubs doing business since 2005.
Pubs in five locations in the country will become "community hubs" in a new pilot programme launched today.
People are "thinking in a more sustainable way" since the Covid-19 pandemic hit - with 8 out of 10...
Farmers are among the community members in the village of Rathgormack, Co. Waterford, who have clubbed together to buy the local pub.
The incoming president of the Vintners' Federation has welcomed plans for a pilot scheme which could see working from the pub a reality.
The 'Rural Independents' has called on government and the Central Bank to ensure insurance claims on the back of Covid-19 disruption are paid.
Agri Politics
Calls have been made by Aontú for greater support for pubs as the "country remains in lockdown and incomes remain non-existent".
FBD has issued a statement today (Friday, February 5) encouraging FBD Public House Insurance policyholders to notify it of valid claims.
Aontú leader Peadar Toibín has said that the rural pub is essential to communities. He was speaking about Level 5 Covid-19 restrictions.
