The Clare Chair of the VFI believes a significant portion of pubs in this county may not survive closure beyond the next few months.
It comes as groups representing the hospitality industry have called for greater COVID-19 supports for businesses facing prolonged closure.
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It’s not expected that hospitality will be considered for reopening until June at the earliest, with NPHET suggesting the summer will be focused on outdoor activities.
Clare VFI Chair Charlie O Meara, of O Dea’s Bar in Ennis, believes that even when pubs get the green light to open, business will continue to be slow.
