CAMRA NI Director Ruth Sloan went on Radio Ulster to chat about why the Minister for Communities was wrong to reject plans to modernise Northern Ireland's antiquated licensing laws, and why consumers deserve a better choice of beer, cider, pubs and taprooms.

We *are* furious. Northern Ireland's outdated licensing system is in dire need of reform, and today's setback is a huge blow to the incredible independent brewers and cider producers here. camra.org.uk/media-centre...

Want to guarantee your own t-shirt this year? Pre-orders are now open at tckty.camra.org.uk/e/427/belfas... Don't forget to get your ticket for the festival too at belfastbeerfestival.co.uk/tickets/

We're pleased to be running a bus to the Outpost Festival at the Dog and Duck this year! Price includes entrance to the festival, souvenir glass and half pint token - no need to buy a separate ticket. Spaces are limited, to book go to tckty.camra.org.uk/e/399/outpos... and secure your place!

Northern Ireland's best festival will be back to a new venue Banana Block with 100+ beers and ciders, great food from Hi Burger and Bodega Bagels, and more. Get your tickets now, don't miss out on the biggest event in the Northern Irish beer calendar. belfastbeerfestival.co.uk

CAMRA NI Pub of the Year 2025 is this year once again The Dog & Duck Inn for services to craft beer, real ale, and the community as a whole. Also highlighting the Sunflower and the Crown Bar for consistently providing real ale for their patrons in welcoming surroundings. Congrats all, and cheers!

Big things happening with the inaugural meeting of the new Fermanagh and West branch of CAMRA. Thursday 29th May at 7.30pm in the Dog & Duck Inn, Lisbellaw. Non-CAMRA members are also very welcome to this meet and see what it’s all about. See you there! www.facebook.com/camranorther...

Some forward steps in modernising Northern Ireland's outdated licensing laws. CAMRA NI fights for consumer choice. camra.org.uk/media-centre...