#Nightclubs
Any change to pub opening hours would need to be considered 'very, very carefully', says minister
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar said nightclub and pub opening hours need to be reformed and brought more in line with other cities in Europe.
Consultation to take place on whether Ireland's nightclub opening hours should be updated
Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan is “very keen” to open up a consultation with stakeholders.
Drug-testing roll out at music festivals and nightclubs to be examined by expert group
Drug-testing is available in a number of other European countries.
Pill testing kits, chill-out rooms and free water: How to reduce harm from taking drugs in nightclubs
A new European guide on responding to drug problems was released today.
Rio nightlife is suffering due to surge in robberies
The Brazilian government has sent almost 10,000 troops to help the police in Rio de Janeiro state.
Poll: Should some venues get 24-hour licences?
Amsterdam has granted them to a number of venues.
15 times Irish nightclubs proved they are the most wonderful places
“Serious spot for shifting and beering.”
This girl has been photobombing couples shifting for two whole years
Doing the Lord’s work.
A Galway gal just came up with the perfect solution to creepy lads in clubs
Will also work on creeps of any gender, FYI.
10 little things about going 'out out' that annoy every gal
You’d stay home, but you’re not a quitter.
The owners of Coppers are sitting on an absolute treasure trove of cash
We’re in the wrong business.
8 questionable club nights that could only happen in Ireland
We like to party. We like, we like to party…
11 things you should never do to a taxi driver again
“TURN UP THIS SONG I REALLY LIKE IT.”
9 alcohol sins you'll see on every Irish student night
Ah… multicoloured vomit.
11 things Irish women would like men in nightclubs to know
We asked women, and they told us.
19 thoughts every guy has while trying to get the shift
“One chicken wrap for the lady.”
22 thoughts every girl has while trying to get the shift
“Have I shaved my legs?”
New York nightclubs are now holding parties for under 12s
Yes, under 12s. There is also a nine-year-old DJ.
Column: Why are we still dying to party?
The Stardust fire happened 33 years ago, but we still have not learned the lessons of that horrific night, writes Paul Allen.
'A necessary evil'?: Why pub and club landlords use promotions companies
The organisation of club nights like Messy Mondays have come under scrutiny after seven people were injured in Dublin.
9 dear friends you DON’T want to go on a night out with
We love you, but please stay at home.
11 appalling trends you will DEFINITELY spot in an Irish nightclub
Spot these fashion disasters as the lights go up and you see who you’re REALLY dancing with.
You know you're in a bona-fide Irish nightclub when...
Accept no imitations.
Sharp fall in nightclubs seeking late licences
The number of clubs and bars applying for opening-hours exemptions has dropped significantly since 2008.
Take 5: Thursday
5 stories, 5 minutes, 5 o’clock.
Nightclub industry being crippled by licence fees and 'brown bag drinking'.
Twenty five per cent of nightclubs have closed in the last three years, with the loss of 600 jobs.
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