Limerick pub shuts just two hours after reopening without food

Limerick pub shuts just two hours after reopening without food
Jackie Long serving Gavin Whelan at Whelans Pub Newcastle west County LimerickPicture: Brendan Gleeson

A Limerick 'wet' pub was open for just two hours yesterday before it shut its doors after a garda request.

Publican Gearoid Whelan opened Whelan's Bar on Maiden Street, Newcastle West at 10.50am yesterday morning, serving pints but not food, despite the public health requirement for pubs which do not serve food to remain closed until at least August 10.

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