Fine Gael TD for Wicklow/ East Carlow, Andrew Doyle, has said that the tax break for microbreweries in Budget 2015 will encourage these small enterprises, which are now becoming both popular and profitable. Deputy Doyle was speaking after opening the Wicklow Brewery at Mickey Finns Pub in Redcross.  “Microbreweries are becoming both popular and profitable and are now being encouraged by Government. In Budget 2015, Minister Noonan increased from 20,000 to 30,000 hectolitres the quantity of craft beer needed to qualify for a 50% excise duty reduction. This is a clear sign of the Government’s commitment to encouraging small businesses who want to create a new enterprise. “The beauty about … Continue reading Tax break for microbreweries is not small beer – Doyle