Council stops continued use of outdoor area by Waterford's largest nightclub 

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Seating in one of the two large outdoor areas linking the Factory nightclub and Woodman Bar in Waterford. The Causeway Group said it finds the decision "unusual and unfair", adding it has come at an "incredibly difficult time" for the hospitality industry amid rising energy and stock costs. Picture: Causeway Group

The company behind Waterford's largest nightclub and several bars has criticised the council for refusing to allow the continued use of outdoor areas for a number of its venues, after introducing them during the pandemic.

The Causeway Group said it finds the decision "unusual and unfair", adding it has come at an "incredibly difficult time" for the hospitality industry amid rising energy and stock costs.