Ireland pubs face more closures
Almost 1,000 pubs have closed in Ireland since 2006 and Irish publicans are warning that a further 5,000 jobs will be lost during 2012.
Almost 1,000 pubs have closed in Ireland since 2006 and Irish publicans are warning that a further 5,000 jobs will be lost during 2012.
A group of MPs have called for alcohol guidelines to be reviewed and said that drinkers should be advised to have at least two alcohol-free days a week.
Manchester brewer and pub operator Hydes has announced plans to close its Queens Brewery in Moss Side and move to a new facility as part of £2m investment.
Flying flags will be made easier under government plans to free pubs from the need to seek council permission.