
A new report shows the total number of pubs in the country declined by more than a fifth since 2005.
Laois recorded the highest number of pub closures in Ireland in the last 15 years.
A new report from the Drinks Industry Group of Irelands shows the total number of pubs in the country declined by more than a fifth since 2005.
Almost 350 closed during pandemic.
Michael O 'Donovan from the Vintners' Federation of Ireland says the government must act to support those in the sector: