May 'too soon' for return of outdoor hospitality despite weekend's public gatherings

The beach in Salthill, Galway, thronged with teenagers during the weekend's fine weather. Photo: Andy Newman

There is unlikely to be any opening of outdoor hospitality in May, even though Vintners pointed out the public has already returned to outdoor socialising.

The good weather over the weekend saw people gathering outdoors across the country, prompting calls for the opening of pub beer gardens and outdoor dining to ensure these gatherings are safer.