The funeral mass for former @VFIpubs President Paul Moynihan will take place this afternoon in Donard, Co Wicklow. We remember Paul as a hugely enthusiastic and energetic VFI member. Sincere condolences to his family and wide circle of friends and colleagues

Congratulations to McDonnell’s Bar, Belmullet, named among the top 10 pubs in Ireland by The Sunday Times! 🍻 A fantastic recognition for Mayo’s pub community and the spirit of local hospitality. Read more:

“Premiumisation” and quality is driving the market says Jason Cox from @HeinekenIE_News #VfI forum

“Does the government want rural pubs to survive?” Asks @PatCrottyKK

Looking forward to this afternoon’s @VFIpubs Future Fourm here in @Reardenscork CEO @PatCrottyKK talking to MC Shane Coleman about yesterday’s Budget

Publicans welcome VAT reduction but timeline is “unacceptable” https://t.co/oH9gPm8AKq @LVADublinPubs @VFIpubs #vat

LISTEN BACK Vintner President Michael O'Donovan From The Castle Inn On Budget 2026 @pjcoogan asks @VFIpubs President and @TheCastleInn99 @michaelodono99 if the news on 9% VAT will be enough to save some bars. https://t.co/6Z0mK8iiT3

While 9% VAT rate very welcome for pubs serving food, there is nothing in #budget2026 for traditional drink-only pubs. They are in urgent need of support, that's why we proposed the Draught Excise Rebate scheme @Paschald @jackfchambers

While I welcome the cut to food Vat to 9%, it should be implemented with cost increases from January. It’s disappointed that @Paschald didn’t mention our targeted ‘Draught Excise Rebate’ for traditional Irish Pubs and again added costs to an already struggling sector. @VFIpubs

Also, 65c increase in minimum wage underlines need for support for traditional pubs #budget26

Confirmation of VAT9% is welcome but delayed until July 2026 is a real blow to pubs serving food #budget26

Join us for an essential event dedicated to shaping the future of the pub industry: Your Business, Your Future, Your Forum. 📍 Location: Le Cabaret, Reardens, Cork City 🗓 Date: Wednesday, 8th October ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM Reserve your spot here: https://t.co/TBxOhoWzw1

Food-led pubs have been hammered by a 50% VAT increase since 2023. That’s on top of soaring wages, utilities and insurance. Reinstating VAT at 9% is not optional — it’s essential. Without it, more rural pubs will close their doors. #VAT9 #SaveOurPubs @Paschald @jackfchambers

Every village deserves its pub — a place where neighbours meet, friendships grow, and traditions live on. But without action on excise duty, many of these hubs face closure. Losing them means losing part of Ireland’s social fabric. Without decisive action in the forthcoming

Latest issue of @vfipubs Voice magazine just published. Members should be receiving it today

The publican also said that the ramifications of Covid are compounding the pressure rural pubs are under. “After Covid, a lot of rural pubs didn’t open. One pub locally didn’t reopen after Covid,” Ms McGonagle said. https://t.co/U6nsxTTtwI

Supermarkets don’t need help. Rural pubs do. The Draught Rebate Scheme is on-trade only, capped at €20k, and targeted where it matters most. Budget 2026 is the make-or-break moment for community pubs. #SupportRuralIreland #Budget2026 https://t.co/6yoA96sQXg @Paschald

VAT cut for hospitality industry from next July via @RTENews

A typical rural pub selling 250 kegs a year would gain a lifeline under the Draught Rebate Scheme. Not a windfall — a lifeline. Enough to keep doors open, jobs protected and lights on in communities nationwide. Government must act. #DraughtRebate #RuralPubs