Gardai identified 26 pubs potentially in breach of public health regulations and licensing laws during checks carried out last weekend. Under the public health regulations, pubs were allowed reopen only if they served a "substantial meal" costing at least €9. Gardaí found potential breaches of the health regulations or licensing laws even after giving some pubs another chance to rectify the situation. "However, we remain concerned that a minority are potentially operating in breach of the regulations. "In addition, the public has shown great restraint and responsibility to date in adhering to the public health guidelines.

Source: Irish Independent July 09, 2020 06:56 UTC