Dublin pub responds to Joan Burton's criticism of controversial drinks promotion

Joan Burton called the Coolock pub 'irresponsible' after a picture of their 'Welfare Wednesday' promotional offer was widely shared online.

The Dublin pub that came under fire for their drinks promotion targeted at people on Social Welfare has responded to Joan Burton's comments that there were "irresponsible".

Her comments came after Liz Delaney's bar in Coolock drew criticism for their 'Welfare Wednesday' offer which discounted alcohol for those who presented a Social Welfare card or bus pass at the bar.