Clare FM 1st April 2021 The Government is being called on to address the needs of publicans after it emerged that a grant aimed at supporting outdoor dining isn’t available to those who don’t serve food. Cafes and restaurants will be able to get a grant of up to 4,000 euro to set up an outdoor dining space in time for the fine weather beginning. CONTINUE READING BELOW It comes as the council has confirmed its to waive charges for seating outside businesses. Before the pandemic, businesses who offered outdoor dining to customers were obliged to pay an annual licence.