There’s widespread confusion among pub operators today, following the publication of a set of re-opening guidelines by Failte Ireland.
The new rules specify that punters will need to order a meal of a value of €9 or higher if they want a drink, and people will be able to remain in the pub for a maximum of 90 minutes after being served.
It also emerged earlier that customers might have to pre-book a time slot to visit the bar. Pre-booking will spare these customers from keeping the 2m social distance, but the 2m rule will still apply to walk-in customers.
Who will enforce these rules remains unclear, but publicans are now dismayed at the dismal and chaotic prospect they face when they re-open their premises.
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