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Final call for Galway organisations to apply for Airbnb Rural Tourism Fund
Airbnb are encouraging Galway organisations to apply for the second year of Ireland’s Rural Tourism Fund, doubling its support to locally led projects and organisations that help visitors discover rural Ireland, and strengthen rural communities, to €200,000. The Fund is open to community groups, rural tourism organisations, small businesses and local enterprises across the Republic of Ireland, with the application portal closing on 16 September 2026.
The Great Irish Pub Ride launches as ‘Thinking Drinkers’ cycle from Mizen to Malin to celebrate Galway’s local pubs
At a time when many rural pubs are navigating changing social habits and operational pressures, award-winning writers, comedians and drinks experts Ben McFarland and Tom Sandham, known as ‘The Thinking Drinkers’, have kicked off The Great Irish Pub Ride, a nine day journey designed to celebrate and shine a spotlight on the vital role local pubs continue to play in communities across Ireland.
Will this be the year rural pubs are abandoned, says VFI
The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) is urging Government to introduce a Draught Rebate Scheme in next month’s Budget, describing it as a vital lifeline for rural pubs most at risk of closure.
‘Plan ahead’ warns union as taxi shortages raise safety concerns this Christmas
The Taxis for Ireland Coalition has issued a stark warning about the challenges Galway residents and visitors may face getting home safely during the festive season.
VFI – publicans ‘in the dark’ about proposed business supports
The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) is urging Government to engage immediately with the hospitality sector to clarify what supports are now available for its members following the publication of Budget 2024.
O’Connells Pub wins Best Outdoor Pub Space Award
O’Connells Pub, Galway City are celebrating after winning Best Outdoor Pub Space Award having been judged champion from a field of 61 regional winners at a Gala Awards Ceremony in the Round Room at The Mansion House, Dublin.
VFI welcomes new guidelines for outdoor events
The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) has welcomed the publication of new Failte Ireland reopening guidelines that bring clarity to a number of issues, including the numbers permitted to attend outdoor events and parties.
#BeSound campaign promotes positive consumer behaviour on return to pubs
Consumers are being urged to #BeSound when visiting hospitality venues in the coming weeks, as pubs begin to welcome greater numbers of customers back.
Drinkaware reminder of ‘morning after’ driving danger
Recent RSA data has shown the persistent prevalence of drink driving with alcohol remaining the most prevalent intoxicant detected in drivers, according to Drinkaware.
Publicans call for indoor opening 'no later than July 1'
Publicans are calling for indoor trading to resume no later than Thursday, July 1.
