'There is a misperception that we are hiking prices for the sake of it' - publican on cost of keeping his doors open

Mike McMahon, a pub owner from Limerick, emphasizes the significance of Irish pubs in community life and tourism, highlighting how they celebrate life’s milestones. He warns that both local communities and tourism may suffer if industry issues remain unresolved. Since 2015, McMahon and his brother have owned Mother Mac's Public House, a business that has received national acclaim despite facing challenges in the industry, indicating the resilience of Irish pubs in today's economy.

We celebrate births and commiserate deaths in pubs... they are part of the life cycle here in Ireland," says pub owner Mike McMahon.

A Limerick publican has said Irish pubs are integral to tourism and local communities - and both will lose out if industry concerns are not addressed.

Mike McMahon and his brother James have owned Mother Mac's Public House in Limerick since 2015, with the business going on to receive national awards at a challenging time for the industry as a whole.

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