An Garda Síochána will begin conducting checks of licensed premises nationwide this evening to check if they are adhering to the public health guidelines for Covid-19.
The development comes amid concerns about some pubs flouting Covid-19 restrictions. At present, pubs are only allowed serve alcohol to customers who purchase a "substantial" meal costing at least €9.
Pubs who do not operate this restaurant-style service must remain closed until Phase 4 of the roadmap begins on 20 July. A Garda statement revealed that "Operation Navigation – will commence from 7pm this evening".
It said "this follows concerns from Garda management, the public and industry representative bodies that some licensed premises and their customers have not been