'Gargains' galore in Mullingar!
The new Mullingar currency The Gar goes into circulation on Saturday.There will be a 'central bank' in Market Square from 10am to 3pm.John Humphries of Mullingar Chamber of Commerce said shoppers who use The Gar to buy items in Mullingar will get discount of a minimum of 10%."The idea behind the initiative is to preserve and encourage trade in the town and generate positive national publicity for Mullingar as a tourist destination," says John.The chamber has visited representatives of every street with an information roadshow - and has received positive feedback from retailers in town.Many have signed up, including O'Meara's Garden Centre, PW Shaws, Rock 'n' Bowl, Bloomfield House Hotel, Belvedere House and Gardens."The success of the Gar is solely dependent on the participation of local traders, so the more businesses that sign up, the more attractive Mullingar will be as a tourist and shopping destination," says John.⢠Contact Mullingar Chamber of Commerce at 044 934 4044 or email for a user guide and information pack at info@mullingarchamber.ie, complete a form outlining your specific tourist discount or 'Gargain', pay a â¬10 joining fee to cover printing costs. Then sit back and enjoy the boost in sales along with all the free publicity.