Bar apprenticeship launched in bid to tackle post-pandemic staff shortages

Apprentice Emma Hanley said she was attracted to the offer of being able to work and learn at the same time (Eamon Ward/PA)

The first ever apprenticeship for bar managers is being launched in Limerick, with the aim of tackling a shortage of hospitality staff in Ireland.

The three-year course is the result of a collaboration between the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) and Griffith College, and is supported by Ireland’s State agency for further education, Solas.