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Restaurants struggle to fill staff vacancies ahead of reopening Loss of staff abroad, the cost of living and reluctance to come off PUP cited as factors
about 3 hours ago Updated: about an hour ago Jade Wilson
After months of shutdown it should be a time of optimism for restaurants and hospitality outlets as reopening approaches. But many in the sector say they now face a new problem of staff shortages and difficulties rehiring.
Despite safety protocols applied by venues, hiring difficulties persist due to a range of factors, owners say, including fears over the possibility of future lockdowns, staff leaving the sector for other jobs or to move abroad, and the persistently high cost of living.
Not all businesses have a date for re-opening in May and June. Leitrim restaurants and bars who do not have outdoor seating cannot open on June 7. Indoor hospit.
Kilkenny publicans furious at Smithwick’s Experience closure, call for reversal Ever since news, I’ve had publicans calling me to express amazement that Diageo would make this move - local VFI chair
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Publicans in Kilkenny are said to be shocked and angry at the news that the Smithwick’s Experience is to close permanently and they want to see the decision reversed.
The Kilkenny branch of Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) says the decision to close one of the most popular tourist attractions in the region is deeply short-sighted . VFI Kilkenny Chairman Anthony Morrisson says publicans in the area want it to be reversed.
Publicans believe that all pubs will reopen at the same time as Government scraps â¬9 substantial meal rule
Paul Moynihan, President of the Vintners Federation of Ireland, said he thinks all pubs will be permitted to reopen at the same time as pubs will not be required to serve food to sell drinks
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