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LVA and VFI slam insurers as they refuse to honour ‘business interruption’ cover for pubs
The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA) and the Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) have slammed insurers who are refusing to honour the âBusiness Interruptionâ cover for pubs who have been forced to close due to the COVID-19 crisis. The representative bodies have received confirmation from Allianz and FBD, two of the largest providers of business interruption […]
LVA welcomes banking measures to help pubs announced by AIB and BOI
The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA), the representative body for Dublin publicans, has welcomed the announcement by AIB and Bank of Ireland of measures to help pubs in the wake of the coronavirus crisis. The LVA held meetings /conference calls with the CEOs and other senior management executives of AIB and Bank of Ireland over the […]
LVA welcomes Sky decision to suspend Sky Sports charges for pubs
The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA), the representative body for Dublin publicans, has welcomed the decision finally made by Sky to suspend Sky Sports charges for pubs. Sky has confirmed that âfrom the 14th March we will not be chargingâ for Sky Sports service âuntil a live sport schedule returnsâ. They have also confirmed they will […]
LVA seeking urgent meetings with banks and insurers following pub closures
The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA), the representative body for Dublin publicans, has written to the chief executives of the main banks and insurers seeking an urgent meeting, following the closure of pubs across the country. The LVA is seeking support from the banks and insurers to help publicans keep their business afloat during a period […]
Government Statement – All pubs asked to close from tonight
Government Statement All pubs asked to close from tonight Government strongly advises against any âHouse Partiesâ Â Following discussions today with the Licenced Vintners Association (LVA) and the Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI), the Government is now calling on all public houses and bars (including hotel bars) to close from this evening (Sunday 15th March) until […]
LVA expecting ‘clarity’ for pubs during meeting in Government Buildings
The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA), the representative body for Dublin pubs, expects clarity will be provided on how pubs are to act during the current coronavirus crisis when they attend a meeting in Government Buildings this (Sunday) afternoon. The LVA has been seeking clarity since Thursday, with the current social distancing guidelines being unworkable in […]
LVA calls for clarity on pub response to Coronavirus
The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA), the representative body for Dublin publicans, has called for clarity for how pubs should address the coronavirus situation. Following the statement made by An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar TD that restaurants and cafes can remain open, the LVA believes it would be beneficial for the public health if pub specific advice […]
LVA response to Green Party statement on Corona Virus
The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA), the representative body for publicans in Dublin, has noted the measures being proposed by the Green Party in relation to containing the spread of COVID-19. At this sensitive time, the LVA believes that the responsible and rational advice from the Chief Medical Officer and the Expert Advisory Group should be […]
St. Patrick’s Day Trading Hours 2020
The following trading hours apply for St. Patrick’s Day 2020 under the Intoxicating Liquor Acts. St. Patrick’s Day Trading Hours 2020 Sunday 15th March (Normal Trading Hours) 12.30pm – 11.00pm Monday 16th March (Eve of a Public Holiday) 10.30am – 12.30am Tuesday 17th March (St. Patrick’s Day, Public Holiday) 12.30pm – 12.30am Wednesday 18th March […]
LVA AGM and Chairman’s Dinner 2020
The LVA AGM and Chairman’s Dinner for 2020 will be taking place on Tuesday 24th March in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Golden Lane. This year’s after dinner speaker will be special guest, Paddy Power. A drinks reception will be held from 7.15pm with the dinner following at 8pm. We expect there will be another strong […]