The price hike to a pint has been described as ‘poorly timed’ with fears that it will have an impact on the pub trade in the North West.
From today, the price of a pint goes up again – Diageo is increasing the cost of its stout and beer products by 4 cent, after a hike of 12 cent back in February.
It’ll affect drinks like Guinness, Smithwick’s, Rockshore, Harp, Hop House 13 and Carlsberg.
Business costs are being cited as the reason for the increase, but the Vintners’ Federation of Ireland has said the price rise is “deeply unfair to both consumers and publicans”.
Treasurer of the Donegal Vintners Association and Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council Cllr Martin Harley predicts it will put a huge strain on local businesses;
