The survey found pubs were the focal point after 9pmPeople may be relishing the thought of having their first proper pint in a pub post-lockdown. However, a survey carried out before the Covid-19 crisis has revealed that Dubliners actually rate the city's nightlife very poorly when compared with our European counterparts. A significant 73pc of the 1,184 respondents surveyed by Dublin City Council (DCC) gave a night out in the capital city a poor rating - mainly due to the high cost. Respondents indicated their support for a Night Time Manager, who would be responsible for co-ordinating nightlife and culture in Dublin, with 70pc of those surveyed saying they would be in favour of one for Dublin. InnovateDCC economist Juliet Passmore said the survey revealed that there was room for improvement in certain areas once the hospitality sector fully reopens post-lockdown.

Source: The Herald June 17, 2020 01:30 UTC