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Over a 16-year period
There is a call on the government to cut excise duty on alcohol to help pubs deal with rising costs.
There has been a sharp decline in the number of pubs in the country over the past 16 years, with a fall of 21 per cent.
A report from the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland shows a fall in numbers in every county, with Co. Kildare seeing a 13.6% decline.
Michael O'Donovan from the Vintners Federation of Ireland says publicans need help to "survive the winter":
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Kildare Residents Fume Over Planned Power Outages As ESB Provides Hotel Facilities For Other Counties
Residents at Ferns Bridge in Monasterevin were left fuming today after a planned outage was put in place this morning - on one of the coldest days in the country.
Gardaí Reveal Further Details Of Robbery In Ardclough By So-Called 'Lucky Dip' Gang
They are referred to as the “Lucky Dip” gang after gardaí learned that they use google maps to target random locations across Leinster.
Naas Community Gardai Rescue Horses Amidst Welfare Concerns In Freezing Conditions
The animals, according to Gardai, were left out "constantly" in severe cold weather with no shelter.
Drivers Warned Not To Leave Vehicles Running As Car Stolen From Garden in Newbridge
The registration number of the car is 191d29114 and it is a red Citroen C4.
Planned Power Outage At Ferns Bridge In Monasterevin On One Of Coldest Days Of Year Sparks Outrage
One resident said she can't understand why power would be cut on one of the coldest days of the year.
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Taoiseach Simon Harris Highlights Government Talks Progress During Official Naas Special School Opening
Speaking at the official opening of Craddockstown Special School in Naas, Simon Harris says talks are progressing well and are focused on policy, structure and ratification.
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