The Clare Chair of the VFI says the late issuing of guidelines for the reopening of indoor service is ‘a nightmare scenario’ for publicans.
The hospitality industry is once again permitted to reopen indoors today for the first time in over 200 days – though guidelines were only issued on Friday.
People will have to present proof of vaccination or recovery and a separate ID, while only the lead person for each booking will have to provide contact tracing details to access the service after a late change to guidelines.
A maximum of 6 adults will be allowed at one table and wearing face masks will be mandatory while not seated.
Clare VFI Chair and Ennis publican, Charlie O Meara, says a lead in of less than three days to reopening will be difficult for businesses to manage.
