No simple solution to 9pm ban on kids in pubs, says Ahern

THE furore caused by the 9pm ban on children in pubs is not easily resolved, the Taoiseach told Fianna Fail TDs and Senators yesterday.

Minister for Justice Michael McDowell is considering extending the 9pm ban to 10pm during the Summer months.

But the preservation of the ban was supported by the Government Chief Whip Mary Hanafin.