Press Release 15.09.2020: Statement from the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland spokesperson on government decision to prolong closure of ‘wet pubs’ in Dublin   “Ireland’s pubs have endured the longest lockdown in the EU. While we acknowledge the government’s support for so-called ‘wet’ pubs outside Dublin and are relieved that they will be permitted to…

We spoke to consumers in Ireland to find out how these prolonged closures affected them and their communities. infographic-consumer-v6

Press Release 08.09.2020:   Three fifths of Irish consumers believe publicans will act responsibly and ensure public health measures are enforced correctly when reopening. Over half of local pubs are reported as temporarily or permanently closed as a result of Covid-19 restrictions, according to new Drinks Industry Group of Ireland survey 60% are concerned about…

Press Release 07.09.2020: Almost two thirds of Irish consumers are concerned about the impact of prolonged pub closures on their community and local economy   Over half of local pubs are reported as temporarily or permanently closed as a result of Covid-19 restrictions, according to new Drinks Industry Group of Ireland survey Half of all…

Press Release 28.08.2020: Comment by Drinks Industry Group of Ireland on the Government’s newly announced stimulus package for pubs, bars, and other hospitality businesses:   “While some support is better than none, the Government’s new package shows short-term thinking and a failure to grasp the magnitude of the situation that publicans are facing. “Since the…

Press Release 27.08.2020: Drinks industry calls for dedicated hospitality support package as Ireland’s pubs and bars endure longest lockdown in the EU Thirteen EU member states, including Germany and Italy, reopened their bars in May; nine, including France and Spain, reopened in June Drinks Industry Group of Ireland has called for a dedicated pub support…

DIGI published its International comparisons of Irish alcohol excise taxation in the European Union in 2019 report today. The report, supported with research and analysis by DCU economist Anthony Foley and research conducted among Irish consumers and the DIGI membership, shows that this country remains in the unenviable position of having some of the EU’s…

DIGI published its National and Regional Employment in the Drinks and Hospitality Sector in 2019 report today. This report, supported with research and analysis by DCU economist Anthony Foley and research conducted among Irish consumers and the DIGI membership, highlights the positive contributions of the drinks and hospitality sector to Ireland’s economy and society, as well…

DIGI published its Building a Sustainable Drinks and Hospitality Sector today. This report, supported with research and analysis by DCU economist Anthony Foley and research conducted among Irish consumers and the DIGI membership, highlights the positive contributions of the drinks and hospitality sector to Ireland’s economy and society, as well as the challenges it faces…

DIGI published its National and Regional Employment in the Drinks and Hospitality Industry report, authored by DCU economist Anthony Foley. The report found that Ireland’s drinks industry is experiencing its renaissance. Modern consumers demand quality and variety. In response, drinks businesses have seized the opportunity to produce, market and sell innovative new products to customers…