Later pub and club closing times will not come before Christmas, says Varadkar

Reforms of Ireland’s licensing laws will not be implemented in time to provide later closing times this Christmas, the Taoiseach has said (PA)

Reforms of Ireland’s licensing laws will not be implemented in time to provide later closing times this Christmas, the Taoiseach has said.

The Government is renewing antiquated licensing laws to allow pubs and clubs to open later.