Cork publicans demand clarity over policies

Michael O’Donovan The Castle Inn: ‘A lot of the information coming from Nphet can be frightening.’

“I think it has gone out of proportion,” he said. “I think there has been an over-reaction. There were crowds gathered outside a certain area and when this happens, everyone suffers. No pubs were open. We have to remember that.

Ernest Cantillon, the owner of Electric, has called on the Government to provide clarity for business owners with regards to what measures will be introduced in December.