We have just finished a Judicial Review to contest the unjust tobacco licensing fees imposed by the Department of Health. These fees effectively function as a punitive tax on retailers.

We are proud to be the sole trade organisation that has actively opposed this unfair charge. This commitment embodies the mission of the CSNA: to protect and support independent retailers across the nation as an Association “Run by Retailers, For Retailers”.

For the past three days, we have presented our case in the Sligo High Court. Judge Mulcahy is expected to reach a decision on the case by December 19th at the latest. As always, we will keep our members informed about the outcome.

We are grateful to Compton Solicitors, who are representing us and have provided invaluable support and expertise throughout this process.

Pictured: Economist Antony Foley, Flora Crowe (Vice President), our legal team David Geoghean (JC), Michael McDowell (SC), Sara Orme (President), and Vincent Jennings (CEO).