Sticking Up Alcohol Prices Á Slab In The Face Of Irish Public

We knew it was coming - but still , the doubling of the price of a slab of cans overnight was a bit of a slap in the face (and a kick up the arse).

- Joe O'shea

Think of all the things the Government could be taking tough measures on with price controls, everything from the cost of heating your home to paying rent to keeping your car on the road.

And then look at the one thing they actually intervened in.

Or imagine being a young Irish lad or girl struggling to pay rent on a first job wage.

The average Irish 20-something might have asked for a fair rent, what they got was the pubs closing at 8pm and then the price of having a drink at home doubling “for the good of your health because ye can't be trusted.