Gardaí must seek approval from superiors to shut down pubs

Pubs are now legally obliged to keep records of food sold on their premises. File image

Gardaí have been told they must contact their superintendent before issuing any closure orders on pubs breaching new Covid-19 regulations.

The latest Garda update on changing laws to tackle the pandemic encourages gardaí to continue to use the traditional phased approach before employing the criminal laws.