The Bernard Shaw

Bars and clubs that play live music would be protected from noise complaints under a new government plan

The state’s restrictive licensing laws could also be relaxed in an attempt to save Ireland’s nightlife. Music venues in Ireland could be protected by a new law designed to stop the closure of cultural venues in Dublin. Josepha Madigan, the culture minister, told JOE that she wants to copy a UK “agent of change” law, […]

The state’s restrictive licensing laws could also be relaxed in an attempt to save Ireland’s nightlife. Music venues in Ireland could be protected by a new law designed to stop the closure of cultural venues in Dublin. Josepha Madigan, the culture minister, told JOE that she wants to copy a UK “agent of change” law, […]

6 years ago

The Bernard Shaw pub set to re-open at new location in Dublin

Some good news of a Friday. Earlier this month, it was announced that revered Dublin pub The Bernard Shaw is to close down, seemingly ceasing operations altogether. The news was met with dismay by Dublin residents and beyond, with the loss of yet another popular space spelling doom and gloom for many who argue that […]

Some good news of a Friday. Earlier this month, it was announced that revered Dublin pub The Bernard Shaw is to close down, seemingly ceasing operations altogether. The news was met with dismay by Dublin residents and beyond, with the loss of yet another popular space spelling doom and gloom for many who argue that […]

6 years ago

There is a petition to help save The Bernard Shaw’s beer garden and Big Blue Bus area

The bar has been refused permission to continue operating the beer garden and dining area. This week it was reported that The Bernard Shaw may be forced to shut down its iconic beer garden and “Big Blue Bus” area, after An Bord Pleanála stated that local residents have issued multiple noise complaints. With the recent closure […]

The bar has been refused permission to continue operating the beer garden and dining area. This week it was reported that The Bernard Shaw may be forced to shut down its iconic beer garden and “Big Blue Bus” area, after An Bord Pleanála stated that local residents have issued multiple noise complaints. With the recent closure […]

7 years ago