Pubs will remain at level 3 until the New Year, finance minister confirms

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said that it is unlikely bars in Ireland will be able to reopen properly in time for Christmas.

Pubs and restaurants will not be able to trade as normal once the six-week lockdown is over in the run up to Christmas as the country will remain at least level 3 until the New Year.

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has confirmed bars and restaurants will remain at level 3 until the end of year and, therefore, will not be able to re-open fully in time for Christmas.