Pubs who fail to comply with Covid-19 regulations should "feel the full force of the law", according to the Vintners Federation of Ireland.
Yesterday, it was reported that a further 22 potential breaches of public health regulations were identified at licensed premises, with gardaí saying the majority related to a lack of evidence that food was being served or consumed.
The regulations include alcohol only being served alongside a "substantial meal" costing at least €9 with customers staying a maximum of one hour 45 minutes on the premises.
CEO of the Vintners Federation of Ireland Padraig Cribben said pubs should be allowed reopen fully as is currently planned on 10 August.