Time called on pubs’ midnight opening plans

A judge has called time on a unique Donegal tradition after hearing gardaí were being put at risk as a result.

Time called on pubs’ midnight opening plans

Nightclubs across Donegal have traditionally opened at one minute past midnight on Dec 26 to allow Christmas Day survivors celebrate the festive season.

A judge has ended the tradition after Garda objections saying the custom led to fighting and more problems.

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