Pubs selling for up to 56% more, says ESRI

AVERAGE pub sales have increased by up to 56% since 1999, a report has revealed.

Nationally, 5% of pubs had an annual turnover of €1.25 million or more, Richard Dunne, chairman of Drinks industry Group of Ireland (DIGI) said yesterday.

In Dublin more than 50% of pubs are enjoying an annual turnover of between e1m and €4m-plus (3%).