VINTNERS from across Ireland are gathering in Ballybofey today for their annual conference President of the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) John Clendennen said there are many challenges and opportunities facing their members with rising costs a major issue for pub owners. The conference is taking place in Jackson’s Hotel in Ballybofey and many in […]
Conference to discuss future of local pubs
By Kate Heaney VINTNERS from across Ireland will gather in Ballybofey next week for their annual conference – and topping the agenda will be the future of rural pubs and how those in the trade are having to deal with changes in people’s attitudes to socialising. President of the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) John Clendennen said […]