Proposed Change to Licensing Laws Could Spell End for Rural Pubs - January 6th, 2023

That's the view of the Vintners' Federation of Ireland which is opposed to one aspect of the Sale of Alcohol Bill. This part of the bill proposes to abolish 'extinguishment' - the licensing system that allows a new pub open only when another pub closes permanently. VFI chief executive Paul Clancy speaks to Treasa Murphy.