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Irish Rural Pubs Face 'Existential Threat' Amid Rising Costs
Rural pubs across Ireland are reportedly facing an 'existential threat' due to soaring operating costs and the ongoing energy crisis. Over 2,220 pubs have closed in the past two decades, with publicans describing the current situation as unprecedented.
12 May, 05:00 — 12 May, 08:09
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irish-independent89d ago
‘Publicans have said they've never seen anything like this’ – rising costs leave rural pubs facing ‘existential threat’ as energy crisis hits
Many rural pubs are facing an “existential threat” from mounting bills as a growing number are forced to close their doors, it has been claimed.
Read full article →the-journal89d ago
Rural pubs say they face ‘existential threat’, with over 2,220 pubs closing in past 20 years
Two-thirds say rising costs are having an ‘unsustainable impact on operations’.
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First report: irish-independent · 12 May, 05:00|Full coverage: 2 · 3h|Window: 3h
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