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Alcohol consumption by Irish adults fell significantly last year, continuing the major downward trend recorded over the last quarter of a century drinksindustryireland.ie/alcohol-consum…

'I really feel that apprenticeships have changed my life' Ireland's Apprentice of The Year Bronwyn Villis is a proud advocate of Apprenticeships. Discover her incredible success story & why she's encouraging more women to fulfill their potential with #GenerationApprenticeship.

A rebel with a cause Cork native, Michael O’Donovan is the new president of the #VFI. He spoke to Fionnuala Carolan about how business costs need to be addressed and the importance of protecting our unique #pub industry drinksindustryireland.ie/a-rebel-with-a…

Great interview with our President Michael O'Donovan in the latest issue of Drinks Industry IE

Some great mentions of VFI pubs on this list of Ireland's 60 greatest beer gardens: from tradition pubs to fashionable rooftops and sunny patios. Read more here: archive.ph/EjPZp#selectio…

We continue to call on the government introduce a 40% excise rebate on draught beer and cider. This measure is seen as a vital step to support struggling rural pubs, safeguard local employment, and sustain key social and economic hubs in communities across Ireland. Watch full

Great to see Cork Airport name Rory Gallagher Avenue after the legend of rock VFI Cork Publicans Pure Cork

Positive initiative from publicans in Westport 👏👏👏 mayonews.ie/news/westport/…

"Maybe it is time the Government started to encourage pub drinking again. Pubs are sociable and controlled environments where you are under the eye of your peers or community' - some great points here from Eoin O'Malley independent.ie/opinion/eoin-o…

Great to see the local pub Murph’s Bar in Cork (with 150 years of history behind it) doing so well, showing what’s possible with strong local support. Read more:irishexaminer.com/property/comme…

Welcome to Square payments, the newest member of the VFI Supplier Directory. Square is offering all VFI members a 20% discount on its terminals 🔽

“It’s sad to see what’s happening with the pubs throughout rural Ireland. It’s the way of life gone, you know?” The closure of the Ramble Inn in Halfway, Ballinhassig (a pub with over 300 years of history) is a reminder of just how valuable local pubs are in our local

VFI members can now benefit from a 20% discount on Square Terminal. This exclusive offer provides members with access to a modern, reliable payment solution designed to meet the demands of busy hospitality environments. Square

LATMofficial RTÉ 2FM Doireann Garrihy Great to see the Marquee back for another summer season. Thank you Aiken Promotions for what will be another fantastic line up Pure Cork Cork Publicans Cork City Council

Ireland's 'Guinness Guru' gives his verdict on the best pints in Cork corkbeo.ie/news/local-new…

Life in #Cork’s Tower Bar never feels like work for its fourth-generation landlord – ‘it’s part of me’ VFI independent.ie/regionals/cork…

Ireland’s coastal pubs, like those featured by The Irish Times, aren’t just scenic – they’re vital to rural economies and tourism. We highlight the importance of continued support for these community hubs — through thoughtful policy, rural development, and recognition of their

Recent reports highlight the growing challenges facing Ireland’s pub sector. Nearly 50 pubs are currently for sale in Cork, and bar sales have dropped by almost 10% nationwide — the sharpest decline in retail. These figures reflect more than economic strain; they signal the loss

A New Look For Clancy’s Of Cork. Cork Publicans ✨Niamh Murphy allaboutcork.ie/clancys-to-und…

A living legacy behind the bar 91-year-old Mary McAuliffe of the High House, Cork, stands as a powerful reminder of the deep-rooted tradition and community value of the Irish pub. At a time when our pubs face growing pressure, stories like Mary’s highlight why we must protect