Night out in Dublin 70% more expensive

A BASIC night out in Dublin can cost as much as 70% more than in other towns in Ireland, according to a new survey.

The survey, carried out by Junior Chamber International, compared the cost of cinema tickets, beers, wine, nightclub entrance fees, takeaways and taxis across five cities in Ireland.

The best value city is Ennis, Co Clare, which scored lowest on nearly all entertainment prices.