Bar and restaurant operator takes legal action against the State over lockdown

Captain America's, North Main St, Cork, is one of 55 businesses including five hotels, 11 bars, 37 restaurants and two cinemas run by Press Up Ltd. Picture: Denis Scannell

One of the country's biggest leisure and hospitality groups has claimed in a High Court action against the Government it could suffer losses of more than €20m if the current Covid-19 lockdown measures continue until year-end.

Press Up Ltd, which runs 55 businesses including five hotels, 11 bars, 37 restaurants and two cinemas, says it is entitled to an indemnity or compensation from the State for the losses.