Disabled parking bays may be used for outdoor dining in Portlaoise Reporter: '); '); Businesses serving food will be allowed to place outdoor dining areas on top of wheelchair parking spots in Laois. Laois County Council has confirmed that it will however find other disabled parking bays "in close proximity". As pubs and restaurants prepare to reopen this summer after the end of Covid-19 restrictions, the council is inviting hospitality businesses to register interest in applying for their €4,000 grant towards buying outdoor furniture. It is also inviting businesses to request temporary ...