'It’s unfair. And it’s further ruining Irish culture': Kerry publicans hit out at decision

The delay in reopening pubs is seen as an attack on rural Ireland and its traditional ways

Billy Keane: "It’s the uncertainty that is the worst part. And no one knows if NPHET are right. There is no mental health perspective in their decision."

There has been a bewildered and angry reaction to the Government decision to delay the opening of traditional Irish pubs across villages and towns in Kerry. 

The decision is being seen as an entirely Dublin-based one, where public transport and the gastropub means there is choice for city dwellers.