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Dublin pub ‘furious’ at video of crowd reportedly drinking outside its doors

Dublin pub ‘furious’ at video of crowd reportedly drinking outside its doors

By Digital Desk Staff

A Dublin pub has said it is “furious” after footage emerged on social media, reportedly showing a large crowd drinking outside its premises Saturday evening.

Grogans Castle Lounge on South William Street said yesterday marked eight months of the pub being closed due to Covid-19 restrictions, with the revellers leaving its premises in a “disgraceful state”.

Gardaí said they responded to reports of a large gathering of people on the street and maintained a presence in the area.

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They said no breaches of regulations were detected and a number of patrols were conducted over the course of the evening.

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“8 months closed yesterday. Deemed unsafe to operate by NPHET and Gov. Is this safer?” the pub tweeted.

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“Clearly nearby properties don’t have to follow the rules. Our premises is in a disgraceful state this morning with tons of rubbish and people using it as a toilet.

“We are furious this morning.”

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