A recent report found that 73% of people in Ireland live within 300 meters of a liquor license, with off-licenses increasing while the number of pubs decreases. The report calls for a review of low-risk alcohol guidelines, citing the WHO’s advice on the dangers of alcohol. Alcohol sales in 2022 generated €1.23 billion in excise receipts, but the costs of harm are estimated to be €12 billion in high-income countries like Ireland. Alcohol is the eighth leading cause of death in Ireland, with one person dying daily from alcohol-related liver disease. The report also highlights the risks associated with alcohol consumption, including health issues and social problems related to alcohol.
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Three-quarters of population live within 300 metres of a liquor licence
