Irish drinkers pay more tax on a pint of beer than 25 EU countries
Amongst the countries in the study, Ireland has the second highest excise tax on beer. A new report shows that Irish punters pay more tax on a pint of beer than 25 European Union countries and the United Kingdom. Launched on Thursday (8 August), the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland (DIGI) publication compares Ireland’s excise […]
4 years ago
Competition entrant dies after downing a bottle of Jagermeister in under two minutes
The man was rushed to hospital where he was pronounced dead A man in South Africa has died after downing an entire bottle of Jagermeister in under two minutes during a binge drinking competition. Police in Limpopo, South Africa, have launched an investigation after a man, who is believed to be aged between 25 and […]
4 years ago
Fines set to be introduced for groups drinking alcohol outdoors
This action is being taken instead of an all-out ban on takeaway drinks. It was reported on Monday afternoon that the authorities were looking to outlaw takeaway pints due to large gatherings over the weekend. This possible action was met with harsh criticism by some publicans, who stated that if pubs were to be closed, […]
6 years ago