Gardaí say they have seen overwhelming public support for Public Health Guidelines and Regulations had have warned a minority who are not complying with .
Level 5 Garda Checkpoints such as in Newbridge today can issue €100 fines for non-essential travel
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These are the powers available to gardaí at checkpoints since Monday.
A Checkpoint was operated at Ballymany Roundabout on the outskirts of Newbridge today.
Under the offence guidelines, those in breach of mask regulations can also be fined €80.
Under Level 5, people are asked to stay at home, except for travel for work, education or other essential purposes, or to take exercise within 5km of home.
In a statement issued this afternoon, An Garda Síochána said it will continue to operate a significant number of static and mobile checkpoints, as well as conduct high visibility patrolling, this weekend focused on non-essential travel.