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'Obligation on everyone to behave' - Govt concerned over street drinking scenes

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The Taoiseach has warned that the planned full reopening of pubs on 20 July could be delayed. Micheál Martin said the Government is worried about scenes in Dublin over the weekend where social distancing and, in some cases, opening hours not being complied with.

He said: "We have to put public health first. That is the overarching issue. The only way we can get the economy back is if we keep Covid-19 down.

Any change to this would be a disaster for the country.  "There is an obligation on everyone to behave."  Speaking on Cork's 96FM, Mr Martin said this would be discussed at a meeting of the Cabinet today, where a formal decision on travel restrictions is expected to be made.

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