Gardaí used Covid-19 enforcement powers 702 times since April

Since regulations came into force, enforcement powers have been exercised most in Ireland’s North-West, where 242 incidents were recorded. File Picture: Andy Gibson

Gardaí have had to use their Covid-19 enforcement powers 702 times since April, new figures from Policing Authority have revealed.

Since regulations came into force, enforcement powers have been exercised most in Ireland’s North-West, where 242 incidents were recorded.