Menu
23/11/2020
Alliance Back Campaign To Save NI's Pubs
Alliance MLA Kellie Armstrong has pledged her support to a campaign aimed at securing the future for NI's pubs.
The party's Communities spokesperson said CAMRA NI's Save Our Pubs campaign, which is calling for a long-term financial support package from the Executive to support pubs, breweries and local producers, as well as compensation for breweries for unsold beer and returned stock.
Ms Armstrong said: "The majority of publicans have co-operated with the coronavirus restrictions, meaning they have run at a loss for months. While they have been necessary, closures risk devastating our local pubs, brewers and producers, putting the jobs of their employees at risk.
"If our pubs become extinct, we will lose a key part of our social fabric, with people missing out on the mental health and well-being aspect of socialising with their friends and family. While the UK Government's extension of furlough will help, the Executive's current financial support just isn't enough to make sure pubs survive this crisis.
"Local producers can't sell to pubs and restaurants, and because of our outdated licensing laws, they cannot sell directly to the public to make ends meet. These breweries and cider-makers deserve financial support too.
"That's why I'm happy to support CAMRA NI's Save Our Pubs campaign. We need to see the Departments of Finance and Economy come up with a long-term and well-funded plan to keep pubs and other licenced premises afloat or else the sad fact is many will not survive this pandemic."
The party's Communities spokesperson said CAMRA NI's Save Our Pubs campaign, which is calling for a long-term financial support package from the Executive to support pubs, breweries and local producers, as well as compensation for breweries for unsold beer and returned stock.
Ms Armstrong said: "The majority of publicans have co-operated with the coronavirus restrictions, meaning they have run at a loss for months. While they have been necessary, closures risk devastating our local pubs, brewers and producers, putting the jobs of their employees at risk.
"If our pubs become extinct, we will lose a key part of our social fabric, with people missing out on the mental health and well-being aspect of socialising with their friends and family. While the UK Government's extension of furlough will help, the Executive's current financial support just isn't enough to make sure pubs survive this crisis.
"Local producers can't sell to pubs and restaurants, and because of our outdated licensing laws, they cannot sell directly to the public to make ends meet. These breweries and cider-makers deserve financial support too.
"That's why I'm happy to support CAMRA NI's Save Our Pubs campaign. We need to see the Departments of Finance and Economy come up with a long-term and well-funded plan to keep pubs and other licenced premises afloat or else the sad fact is many will not survive this pandemic."
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
30 April 2021
Shops, Pubs, Restaurants And Gyms Reopen In NI
Shops, pubs, restaurants cafes and gyms have started to reopen today in Northern Ireland after a four-month lockdown. Hospitality business are only able to operate outdoors and limited numbers per table. Curfews on takeaways and off-licences have also been removed.
Shops, Pubs, Restaurants And Gyms Reopen In NI
Shops, pubs, restaurants cafes and gyms have started to reopen today in Northern Ireland after a four-month lockdown. Hospitality business are only able to operate outdoors and limited numbers per table. Curfews on takeaways and off-licences have also been removed.
27 May 2022
Finance Minister To Ensure Energy Payments Are Made In NI
Finance Minister, Conor Murphy, has said that he is committed to working with Treasury to ensure the Energy Bills Support Scheme will provide assistance to citizens here given the absence of an Executive.
Finance Minister To Ensure Energy Payments Are Made In NI
Finance Minister, Conor Murphy, has said that he is committed to working with Treasury to ensure the Energy Bills Support Scheme will provide assistance to citizens here given the absence of an Executive.
17 February 2022
Third Financial Support Scheme Announced For Bus And Coach Sector
A third financial support scheme has been announced for the bus and coach sector by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon. Eligible businesses who have experienced financial losses of at least 40% between 1 April 2021 and 31 January 2022 will be able to apply.
Third Financial Support Scheme Announced For Bus And Coach Sector
A third financial support scheme has been announced for the bus and coach sector by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon. Eligible businesses who have experienced financial losses of at least 40% between 1 April 2021 and 31 January 2022 will be able to apply.
11 August 2022
UUP Welcomes Commitment To Energy Bill Support Scheme
The Ulster Unionist Party has welcomed a renewed commitment from the Chancellor of the Exchequer that equivalent support under the energy bills support scheme will be delivered to households in Northern Ireland East Belfast MLA and Communities Spokesperson, Andy Allen, said: "Since the energy bills support scheme was announced by the then Chancello
UUP Welcomes Commitment To Energy Bill Support Scheme
The Ulster Unionist Party has welcomed a renewed commitment from the Chancellor of the Exchequer that equivalent support under the energy bills support scheme will be delivered to households in Northern Ireland East Belfast MLA and Communities Spokesperson, Andy Allen, said: "Since the energy bills support scheme was announced by the then Chancello
04 October 2022
'Disgrace' Households Have No Clarity Over Financial Support
The Alliance Party has said it is a "disgrace" households are still awaiting clarity about when they will receive financial support, despite energy price increases.
'Disgrace' Households Have No Clarity Over Financial Support
The Alliance Party has said it is a "disgrace" households are still awaiting clarity about when they will receive financial support, despite energy price increases.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
