Bouncers to get unique ID tags after graduation

A GROUP of nightclub bouncers will be issued with unique ID tags after they graduate today The Irish Security Training Authority said personal details of its first batch of 40 certified door supervisors will be made available to gardaí on a national database.

The move comes in advance of planned legislation to regulate the entertainment industry.

The photo-ID system is being introduced on a pilot basis, said ISTA executive trainer Gerry Dunne. "We believe our training and certification methods will be in line with the long-awaited regulations."