Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 3 June 2020
63. Deputy Aindrias Moynihan asked the Minister for Finance the procedure for a business (details supplied) to obtain a licence to sell directly to the public and not through an intermediary; if he is considering changes to the licensing laws to make it easier for businesses to sell directly to the public; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8605/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe sale of intoxicating liquor to consumers is regulated under the Liquor Licensing laws. Any legal changes in this area would be a matter for my colleague, the Minister for Justice and Equality.
I am advised by Revenue that its function in relation to liquor licences, is limited to the issue of the annual licence on presentation of the appropriate court authorisation, tax clearance and payment of the duty on the licence.
In instances where a licenced and authorised manufacturer of spirits aims to sell directly to the public online, they would need to apply for a Retailer of Spirits Off-Licence which allows the sale of alcohol in retail quantities in closed containers for consumption off the premises, and or, depending on the quantities being sold, a Wholesaler Dealer in Spirits Licence which entitles the licensee to sell alcohol in wholesale quantities.
