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The VFI is calling for equality for our members after today’s media reports that restaurants could open before pubs when the planned easing of lockdown restrictions is introduced. Such a scenario would create a two-tier

Statement from Padraig Cribben, Chief Executive, VFI: “Regarding when can pubs reopen our members need answers. At present, there is little hard facts about a possible timeline other than the thoughts of some ministers when

The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) has welcomed confirmation from government that commercial rates will be suspended while pubs are closed during the Covid-19 crisis. VFI Chief Executive Padraig Cribben states: “This commitment from government to suspend commercial

A recent article from journalist Liam Collins of the Sunday Independent  celebrates Ireland’s pub culture. As Ireland’s pubs closed, the realisation of just how much some of us love them became very apparent, writes Liam

The Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) is asking landlords to meet with their tenants and come to a mutually acceptable agreement about rent payments during the enforced closure of pubs across the country. A significant

The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA) and the Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) have slammed insurers who are refusing to honour the ‘Business Interruption’ cover for pubs who have been forced to close due to the

Guinness will provide financial support to bar staff and vulnerable groups as we face unprecedented challenges from the impact of COVID-19. Guinness announced on St. Patricks day, the establishment of a €1.5 million fund providing support

All pubs to close from tonight Government strongly advises against any ‘House Parties’   Following discussions today with the Licenced Vintners Association (LVA) and the Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI), the Government is now calling

The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) will seek urgent clarity from Government at a meeting later today in light of events since last Thursday’s introduction of guidelines about social distancing for indoor venues. Padraig Cribben,

The Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) is calling for urgent clarity about how pubs should implement government advice about mass gatherings. A number questions arise following this morning’s announcement by An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, TD,

In response to demands from the Green Party to close pubs for the next two weeks, the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) says its members will follow any instructions from the Chief Medical Officer, the

While the cancellation of St Patrick’s Day parades nationwide is a blow to the hospitality sector, public health is of paramount importance and publicans fully support the government’s decision. Padraig Cribben, VFI Chief Executive, says:

General Election 2020 – what the parties are saying about key VFI issues The VFI has identified six key issues for General Election 2020. Introduction of Minimum Unit Pricing Insurance reform Support for rural transport

As part of its manifesto for the upcoming general election, the Vintners Federation of Ireland is calling for the immediate introduction of Minimum Unit Pricing along with a reduction in excise duty and the hospitality

The Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) says it is strongly opposed to the introduction of calorie counts on menus. The VFI represents publicans throughout Ireland, many of whom serve food and will be adversely impacted

Two new videos from the VFI and Guinness highlight the importance of Social Spin, a pilot rural transport scheme being run in two Kerry locations. Having noticed a steady decline in people coming through their

The VFI has today (Wednesday 11th December) launched a ‘morning after’ awareness campaign aimed at arming people with the facts about driving safely after a night out.   The social media campaign is in response

Publicans team up with Coca-Cola to reward designated drivers over the festive season Coca-Cola is encouraging people across Ireland to take on the role of ‘designated driver’, staying sober on nights out to ensure loved

Paris Texas in Kilkenny is celebrating after being named National Pub of the Year at the Irish Pub Awards 2019.  The Kilkenny pub was crowned national champion after winning the Innovative Pub of the Year,

Social Spin is a pilot programme in two Kerry locations designed to help rural publicans help their communities by providing a voluntary taxi service. The VFI is making a video about the programme and while