Minister defends live performance ban for pubs and restaurants but musicians criticise sledgehammer approach
Live music will not be permitted at food and beverage facilities under new guidance. By Orla Dwyer and Christina Finn Thursday 27 May 2021, 12:05 AM Thu 12:05 AM 26,742 Views 44 Comments
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THE ARTS AND Culture Minister has defended new rules which ban live music in pubs, restaurants and hotels, while musicians have said the guidelines are ‘frustrating’ and called for a more nuanced approach.
Under guidance released by Fáilte Ireland yesterday, live music will not be allowed at indoor or outdoor facilities serving food and drinks when they reopen. Loud music is also not permitted at these facilities.
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