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A pub in Co Waterford has decided to keep its doors closed for the all-Ireland launch final with “the best interests of the parish at heart”.
Waterford will face Limerick at 3.30pm at Croke Park behind closed doors on Sunday and concerns have been raised that fans may gather to watch the game in large numbers.
But Crotty’s Inn in Lemybrien, Co Waterford tweeted Friday night: “Unfortunately, due to high demand and with the best interests of our parish in mind before Christmas, we have decided not to open this Sunday for the hurling finale.”
The pub added: “We will open on Monday, hopefully celebrating an all-Ireland win. Wouldn’t that be something? “
Gardaí on Friday warned fans of the pitcher to enjoy this weekend’s events by following public health guidelines and regulations.
Unfortunately, due to high demand and with the best interests of our parish in mind before Christmas, we have decided not to open this Sunday for the hurling finale.
We will open on Monday, hopefully celebrating an all-Ireland win.
Wouldn’t that be something ?!🤍💙🤍💙🤍💙🤍💙
– Crottys Lemybrien (@crottysinn)
December 11, 2020
“An Garda Síochána has been working closely with the GAA at the national and county level to ensure that all possible measures are taken to minimize the spread of Covid-19 among fans before, during and after the match.
He added that they had been “working with licensed facilities,” particularly in Limerick and Waterford, to ensure their compliance with public health guidelines and regulations.
The Garda will organize patrols that will focus on key cities and urban locations, especially in the evenings this weekend.
“An Garda Síochána and the GAA have emphasized the need for supporters to remember their individual and collective responsibility to address the spread of Covid-19,” the Garda statement added.
Deputy Commissioner, Police and Security, John Twomey said: “As a longtime GAA member and a former inter-county pitcher, I know how much it means to be in an all-Ireland final for the people of Limerick and Waterford, particularly after of this difficult year.
“We want this to be a great occasion for everyone, but we must all remember that Covid-19 does not take a day off even for a final in Ireland. Covid-19 is still with us. It is still spreading among our communities. People are seriously ill and dying from Covid-19. ”
He advised fans to leave the facility if there were too many people there. to limit contacts. and maintain social distancing.
“Wash your hands regularly. Wear a mask when appropriate. Remember, according to Nphet, yelling and singing can easily spread Covid-19. People need to keep these things in mind when making decisions about where to support their team. “
Police measures will also be implemented in Dublin and May for the all-Ireland soccer final on December 19.
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