Impose tougher sanctions on hospitality businesses flouting Covid-19 rules, say industry groups

Sources have said there was a considerable focus on the 18-24 age groups with concern expressed as to the widespread use of false Covid-19 certs.

Stronger sanctions including penalties, fines and closures for hospitality businesses flouting the Covid-19 regulations should be introduced, industry lobby groups have said.

Speaking after a meeting with government officials in Dublin on Tuesday, the Restaurant lobby group said those businesses not complying should face sanctions.