I recently had a fireside chat with a leading politician while at an event in Adare Manor and proposed a solution to this issue.
Why not introduce a minibus system for the city pubs, similar to what they have in many country towns.
But with strict criteria, so you don't just have randomers exploiting it. For example, if you buy six pints of Rising Sons Beer then you are eligible for a spin home on the Benny Bus. But only if you stay til closing time. Can't have any lads whining at half 11 saying they want to go home as they're going sailing in the morning.
The politician I was speaking to thought it was a great idea and is all aboard the #BennyBus