New drink-drive limit 'will close 1,500 pubs'

Publicans say the new drink-drive limit to be implemented in the coming weeks is the "final nail in the coffin" of their trade.

Legislation was passed in the Dail last night, reducing the drink-drive limit from 80 mg to 50 mg.

President of the Vintners Federation of Ireland Gerry Mellet has said 1,500 pubs will close over the next two years.