McDonald’s outlet may face fines over unauthorised roadside signs

AN outlet of global super-brand McDonald’s may face fines from South Tipperary county council for continuing to place unauthorised advertisements — some of which appear official — on the M8 Dublin Cork motorway.

Clever tactics are being employed by a local franchisee of the fast food giant in order to try and attract business into its roadside outlet.

One of the methods being used is the placing of a “golden arches” M onto an official services sign in order to make it appear as though it has been authorised.