Health Minister Simon Harris has warned that publicans who are ignoring public health advice to close their doors could face problems renewing their licenses in the future.
Mr Harris thanked publicans who had shut their doors, but said he had heard of a small number opening in contravention of advice.
He said that if this happens, emergency powers signed into law on Friday will be used to immediately shut them down. He also warned: "We will remember those who undermined the health and well-being of our people when it comes to renewing licences". "The health service has the right to give a view on licence applications.