THE owners of an Irish theme bar in the centre of Glasgow will be singing all the way to the bank. Molly Malone's at 224 Hope Street has been sold to the Belhaven Brewery Company. It is understood that the selling price was over #1.3m, making it one of the highest pub deals in the city this year.

Selling agents Chesterton launched the marketing in January with a price tag of #1.2m.

The sale to Belhaven was welcomed by the sellers, who said: ''Belhaven's quality of management will ensure Molly Malone's reputation as one of the finest Irish themed bars in Glasgow will continue.''