Pubs will not be reopening on Monday.
The National Public Health Emergency Team has recommended that pubs that don't serve food should again remain closed.
Proposals to give Gardaí the power to shut down a pub on the spot for breaching Covid-19 rules will be considered by Cabinet today.
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It's reported that organising or attending a gathering of more than six people could be made a criminal offence.
Padraig Cribben, CEO of the Vintners Federation of Ireland thinks the Government should introduce a temporary prohibition.
