Irish travelling north to buy drink

The drinks industry claimed today it was suffering losses as thrifty shoppers headed north to buy cheaper drink.

The drinks industry claimed today it was suffering losses as thrifty shoppers headed north to buy cheaper drink.

Drinks companies have urged Finance Minister Brian Lenihan not to increase taxes on alcohol in the upcoming Budget as consumers continue to tighten their belts.

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