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Ireland's Pubs Face Crisis: 1,000 More Closures Predicted

7/14/2025

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Ireland's beloved pub scene is in peril, with more than 2,000 establishments shuttered in the past two decades. Predictions warn of an additional 1,000 closures looming, particularly in rural areas where over 30% have already vanished. The Drinks Industry Group is calling on the government to slash steep excise and VAT rates to save these cherished community gathering spots.

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Ireland's beloved pub scene is in peril, with more than 2,000 establishments shuttered in the past two decades. Predictions warn of an additional 1,000 closures looming, particularly in rural areas where over 30% have already vanished. The Drinks Industry Group is calling on the government to slash steep excise and VAT rates to save these cherished community gathering spots.