For those who want to be able to go for a drink on Good Friday, there may be good news ahead.
It looks as though there's a chance the ban on alcohol sales might be lifted on Good Friday next year.
We were joined by Donall O'Keeffe, CEO of the Licensed Vintners Association, and Fine Gael Senator Joe O'Reilly, who gave us their views on the long-standing tradition.
Is observing Good Friday part of our national identity, or should it be seen as an important trading day?
Listen below: