Offaly Vintners' Federation "Seriously Disappointed" At Two-Tier System

He says they feel they're bearing the brunt.

A financial support package for pubs which still can't open is being considered by the government. 

Several Ministers are working on a scheme for businesses which remain shut due to Phase 4 of lifting Covid-19 restrictions being delayed by three weeks. 

Pubs won't reopen until at least August 31st, following advice from the National Public Health Emergency Team, which is concerned it would lead to an increase in community transmission of the virus. 

Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment Leo Varadkar says it's too early to say what the extra supports for pubs will be: 

The Chair of Offaly Vintners' Federation is disappointed a two tier system is still in place.

John Clendennen had hoped the government would bring wet pubs back in line with premises that serve food.

The MD of Giltraps Pub in Kinnitty says they feel abandoned:


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