Drinks Industry Group of Ireland says alcohol sales are down 7% in the first eight months of the year and off 14% in the month of August
Sep 16th, 2008 | By Finfacts Ireland Business & Finance Portal | Category: News worldwide
The Drinks Industry Group of Ireland [DIGI] has reported a “very significant” decline in alcohol consumption during the first half of this year. An analysis of excise receipts from the Revenue Commissioners reveals that alcohol sales are down 7% in the first eight months of the year [January – August inclusive] and down 14% in the month of August compared to the same month in 2007.