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<p>Maurice Gorham's recently-reissued 1948 book, 'Back to the Local', inspired reviewer Michael Duggan to take a field trip to pubs mentioned in it including The Windsor Castle on Francis St. Picture: Ben Broomfield </p>

culture

Book review: Raising a glass to a vanishing tradition

Maurice Gorham's brief, impressionistic, sketches of London pub life overflow with vivid depictions of a largely vanished city

<p>Publicans must provide for staff wage increases, enhanced statutory sick pay entitlements, along with every other cost increase that has been absorbed for the last year and others that are coming down the track. Then add Vat and hope for a small margin of profit. There is a whole host of costs that must be covered to get there. Picture: iStock</p>

economy

Pat Crotty: Critical time for pubs as costs of staying open surge

<p>The group runs more than 1,600 outlets—including the All Bar One, Browns, Ember Inns, Harvester, Miller & Carter, Nicholson's, Sizzling Pubs, Toby Carvery, Vintage Inns, and more recently the Ego restaurants. </p>

companies

Mitchells & Butlers shares slide but pubs giant sees energy and food costs abate

Alcohol free drinks

news

Call for new levy on alcohol to 'contribute towards the costs of alcohol-related harms'

Tim Martin announces Wetherspoon results

companies

Wetherspoons shares surge over 10% as profit outlook improves on easing cost pressures

Pubs have recovered from pandemic 'but 9% Vat rate still needed'

economy

Pubs have recovered from pandemic 'but 9% Vat rate still needed'

Almost three-quarters of non-Dublin pubs say they have recovered from pandemic

Almost three-quarters of non-Dublin pubs say they have recovered from pandemic

Pubs face a “huge battle” to stay afloat and will need key State supports – including the special 9% VAT rate for hospitality to be retained and insurance reform.

Sun, 14 May, 2023

Special 9% Vat rate for hospitality sector extended until September

Special 9% Vat rate for hospitality sector extended until September

The Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme (TBESS) will also be extended, and simplified to allow more small businesses to avail of the support

Tue, 21 Feb, 2023

Alcohol Drinking - Stock

Publicans opposing new alcohol laws are 'protecting business owners'

New legislation aims to modernise the country's patchwork of laws governing alcohol sales in pubs, restaurants, and off-licences

Tue, 24 Jan, 2023

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Publicans warn new laws will hasten rural pub closures

The liberalisation of pub licencing laws will decimate the number of rural pubs in Ireland, TDs and senators will be warned today.

Tue, 24 Jan, 2023

Friends making a toast at the bar

HSE warns of increase in assaults and drink-driving if pub hours extended

Submission was one from a number of health bodies which cautioned against extending the hours of operation for establishments selling alcohol

Tue, 08 Nov, 2022

Beer In Amsterdam

Gardaí not consulted on new pub opening times

While some publicans welcome the move, others are worried about the difficulties of getting staff and customers home safely in the small hours

Wed, 26 Oct, 2022

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Pubs face loss of licence if they don't protect staff and patrons from sexual harassment

Off-licences will have the option of opening from 10.30am to 10pm seven days a week, instead of only six days a week

Tue, 25 Oct, 2022

DENIS SCANNELL

'I thought we were heading towards a boom period,' says Cork publican Ernest Cantillon

The owner of Sober Lane and Electric talks about new obstacles facing the industry post-Covid

Tue, 09 Aug, 2022

FILE PHOTO Taoiseach Micheal Martin has said there’s a strong likelihood that the hospitality sector, including pubs and restaur

High taxes and lifestyle changes blamed for more than 1,800 pubs closing since 2005

Cork was amongst the worst affected counties, as ‘The Irish Pub: Stopping the Decline’ report showed there are 28.5% fewer bars in the county than there were 16 years ago

Thu, 04 Aug, 2022

Diamond Jubilee preparations

Long weekend to provide some respite for battered British pubs

Holiday to commemorate 70 years of Queen Elizabeth’s reign expected to boost the sector’s recovery

Thu, 02 Jun, 2022

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€400 payments for households taking in Ukraine refugees to start in mid-July

A monthly €400 payment is expected to be signed off by ministers today and will be back-dated to the time when households first received families and individuals fleeing the war

Tue, 17 May, 2022

Paul Heaton invites Irish fans to have a drink on him to celebrate 60th birthday

Paul Heaton invites Irish fans to have a drink on him to celebrate 60th birthday

He has given money to selected pubs to put behind the bar so fans can enjoy a free drink

Mon, 09 May, 2022

Barmans arms pulling a pint of beer

Pilot scheme to turn pubs into cinemas, book clubs and craft shops

Five pubs in Cavan, Kerry, Donegal, Clare and Cork will receive funding to help turn them into community hubs

Fri, 25 Mar, 2022

Pubs can be converted into homes without planning permission

Pubs can be converted into homes without planning permission

Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien on Friday signed planning regulations that will exempt from planning permission the conversion of former pubs into residential units

Fri, 25 Feb, 2022

Coronavirus - Thu Jan 20, 2022

ICU and hospital numbers continue to fall as majority of Covid restrictions end

As the country celebrates its first day of freedom from most restrictions, the number in ICU has fallen below 80 for the first time since November 8. It now stands at 78, down 10 in the last 24 hours.

Sat, 22 Jan, 2022

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Pub group JD Wetherspoon warns slow recovery from latest restrictions may hurt Irish growth plans

Ireland has been the area of greatest sales decline for the group, due to the longest duration of lockdowns, said JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin.

Wed, 19 Jan, 2022

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McManus and Magnier-backed UK pub group in €760m pension insurance deal

All Bar One's owner, Mitchells & Butlers, struck the deal to insure all members in its executive pension plan

Tue, 21 Dec, 2021

'Last time we had to do this, we didn’t open until June': New restrictions see some pubs close entirely

'Last time we had to do this, we didn’t open until June': New restrictions see some pubs close entirely

New restrictions see many well-known venues shut up shop for the foreseeable future

Mon, 20 Dec, 2021

St.Patrick's Day - Pint of Guinness

Q&A: What new Covid measures have Nphet recommended?

Ministers will meet to discuss the proposals this afternoon

Fri, 17 Dec, 2021

Taoiseach seeks talks with hospitality sector as one-third not asked for Covid cert

Taoiseach seeks talks with hospitality sector as one-third not asked for Covid cert

The ESRI survey, which analyses behaviour and attitudes around Covid-19 every two weeks, also found the number of people choosing to dine indoors has increased since early October

Fri, 05 Nov, 2021

Normal trading hours for hospitality to resume but some 'protective measures' to remain

Normal trading hours for hospitality to resume but some 'protective measures' to remain

The Government has announced an end to guest restrictions at weddings and the return of nightclubs and normal pub trading hours

Tue, 19 Oct, 2021

Covid-19 Press Conf Thursday 17th June 2021

Nphet and NIAC to meet to discuss advice around easing of Covid-19 restrictions

The final decision on the lifting of restrictions will be made by Cabinet on Tuesday

Mon, 18 Oct, 2021

Barmans arms pulling a pint of beer

Last orders: almost 350 pubs have closed since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic

Some 37 pubs have shut in Cork, with 33 in Dublin closing their doors too, as lobby groups say restrictions must be lifted before more shut for good

Sun, 17 Oct, 2021

Pub group Wetherspoon's losses widen, staff hard to find

Pub group Wetherspoon's losses widen, staff hard to find

Pressure on pub managers and staff has been particularly acute and some areas of the country "have found it hard to attract staff".

Fri, 01 Oct, 2021

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Magnier and McManus-backed UK pub group rebounds to pre-Covid sales levels

Horseracing tycoons John Magnier and JP McManus jointly own more than 23% of Mitchells & Butlers, which owns chains such as O’Neill’s, All Bar One and Harvester

Thu, 23 Sep, 2021

Carlsberg shares rise as global earnings outlook improves for brewing giant

Carlsberg shares rise as global earnings outlook improves for brewing giant

Sales in western Europe were driven by hot weather in June, combined with the European soccer championship and the reopening of bars and restaurants after Covid lockdowns.

Wed, 18 Aug, 2021

Munster's top food trucks, fish and chips shops and beer gardens

Munster's top food trucks, fish and chips shops and beer gardens

We've embraced outdoor dining like never before. Joe McNamee rounds up some of the best to visit this summer

Sat, 17 Jul, 2021

Legislation clarifying rules around serving alcohol outdoors approved by Cabinet

Legislation clarifying rules around serving alcohol outdoors approved by Cabinet

Local authorities have granted licensed premises permission to set up seating areas on streets in order to facilitate the new 'outdoor summer'

Mon, 28 Jun, 2021

Barmans arms pulling a pint of beer

Three days' notice on reopening indoor dining 'not practical', say pubs and restaurants

Pressure on Government to make decision this week on July 5 reopening as fears grow over Delta variant

Thu, 24 Jun, 2021

'We've missed you': Pubs get ready to welcome customers back

'We've missed you': Pubs get ready to welcome customers back

All outdoor hospitality will reopen today, while small crowds of up to 100 people can attend live sporting events, rising to 200 at venues with a capacity of 5,000 or greater. Gyms, swimming pools and cinemas will also open their doors to the public for the first time in six months.

Mon, 07 Jun, 2021

Cork and Kerry publicans delighted to be reopening

Cork and Kerry publicans delighted to be reopening

As part of the easing of Covid restrictions, pubs across the country can reopen offering an outdoor service. Indoor drinking and dining is not scheduled to resume until July 5

Sun, 06 Jun, 2021

Challenge for Irish pubs after ‘irreplaceable’ staff lost during pandemic

Challenge for Irish pubs after ‘irreplaceable’ staff lost during pandemic

“We’re nervous but excited,” said Mr Barden. “It’s been a long 15 months being closed, coming into the pub and no one being here is just a weird experience."

Sun, 06 Jun, 2021

Colm O'Regan: the people working hard to find this sneak of a virus are working their holes off

Colm O'Regan: 'Can we just bring in the 'Colm Has A Pint By Himself' law?'

"What sets Irish pubs apart is not trad music or old High Nellies hanging from the ceiling. It’s comfortable seats and the right lighting. Or lack of it."

Mon, 31 May, 2021

FILE PHOTO Failte Ireland is expected to publish guidelines later today for the reopening of the hospitality industry, including

What are the key dates for restaurants and pubs?

A mixture of excitement, unease and exasperation is palpable among sectors such as pubs, restaurants and gyms which have been given the green light to reopen

Fri, 28 May, 2021

Coronavirus - Mon May 24, 2021

Northern Ireland pub bosses hail ‘fantastic day’ as customers return

Pub bosses in the North have hailed a “fantastic day” as customers were allowed to return indoors for the first time this year.

Mon, 24 May, 2021

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Local authorities to be forced to allow pubs to expand onto pavements

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar told publicans he was 'very much' encouraging city councils and county councils to use the outdoor space

Tue, 11 May, 2021

The changing face of the high street

Pubs won't sue over 'indoor snub', but want reopening date to save businesses

Publicans' groups call for clarity on when indoor service can resume, warning the longer pubs are closed to indoor service, the more businesses will fail

Tue, 04 May, 2021

FILE PHOTO Taoiseach Micheal Martin has said there’s a strong likelihood that the hospitality sector, including pubs and restaur

Restaurants warn severe jobs crisis looming

The Restaurants Association of Ireland said hospitality businesses, particularly restaurants, pubs and bars, face a challenge in getting staff back after Covid restrictions end

Sun, 02 May, 2021

Coronavirus - Fri Apr 30, 2021

Punters’ thirst for pub-poured pint in the North comes to an end as restrictions are eased

Hundreds of people flocked to their local pub gardens to have a celebratory pint to mark the restrictions easing

Fri, 30 Apr, 2021

Alcohol Drinking - Stock

Vintners renew call for May opening as Dublin pubs reach 400 days of closure

Traditional pubs in the capital have been closed since March 15 last year

Tue, 20 Apr, 2021

Ongoing click-and-collect ban 'mystifying' and 'lacks common sense', say business owners

Ongoing click-and-collect ban 'mystifying' and 'lacks common sense', say business owners

Neil McDonnell, chief executive of business group Isme, said there has been “real frustration” over the continued restrictions for non-essential retail

Mon, 12 Apr, 2021

Alcohol Drinking - Stock

Brewers call for more State support to survive extended pub lockdown

The closure of the hospitality sector for the bulk of 2020 resulted in a 17% drop in beer sales – which are predominantly on-trade reliant – last year

Mon, 12 Apr, 2021

Hospitality sector wants eight weeks' notice of reopening to hire staff

Hospitality sector wants eight weeks' notice of reopening to hire staff

Publicans's groups have also called on the Government to set out the percentage of the population that would have to be vaccinated before they can start trading again

Tue, 23 Mar, 2021

Coronavirus - Thu Mar 11, 2021

With another St Patrick's Day closure ahead, Irish pub owners reflect on a year out of business

Irish pubs have endured one of the longest shutdowns in Europe

Fri, 12 Mar, 2021