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Pub Owners Who Are Forced To Close For Breaching Covid-19 Rules Could Be Jailed For A Year

Rebecca Noonan
Rebecca Noonan

04:07 31 Aug 2020


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That's if they re-open early

Legislation's being published later, empowering Gardaí to shut down establishments for 30 days, if they don't follow the public health guidelines.

A pub could also be fined 2,500 euro for not displaying a sign outside, informing the public of its closure.

The government's also consulting with the arts sector about allowing events to go ahead, but only if alcohol isn't served.


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