Further price hike to price of a pint could impact pub trade in north west

It's thought that a further price hike to the price of a pint could impact the pub trade in the north west. The cost of a pint is to rise by 6 cent from April 15th. It's the third time Diageo has increased its prices in just over 12 months and says it's down to rising costs. The Vintners Federation of Ireland says it'll be calling on Diageo to commit to no further increases in the price of a pint for the remainder of 2024. Local publican and Cathaoirleach of the Manorhamilton Municipal District Felim Gurn says it will put added strain on local businesses: