Over 200,000 workers in drinks and hospitality industry

The drinks and hospitality industry provides more than 200,000 jobs according to a study released to coincide with a campaign to promote local pubs and restaurants.

However, a charity that works for alcohol-related issues , said that while it does not dispute the contribution the drinks industry makes to economies, further supports to local communities are needed through legislating to counter the damage inflicted by alcohol misuse.

The Hospitality in Dáil Constituencies Report 2016, compiled by Dublin City University economist Tony Foley and commissioned by the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland, sought to put a value on the direct value of the drinks industry in Ireland, and the indirect employment generated by the production and sale of alcoholic products.