A Limerick TD says that publicans who are continuing to operate in Co. Limerick are showing a complete disregard for the safety of the community.

Premises in Rathkeale are reported to be open and serving customers over the last few days, despite a clear request from health experts and the government for all pubs to close as part of efforts to slow the spread of Covid-19.

Deputy Niall Collins says he's been in contact with Gardaí, but they do not currently have the powers to shut these pubs down.

He's calling on the publicans in question to stop trading immediately...

Mary Fogarty from the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation told Limerick Today the fact some pubs are still operating is "shocking and disrespectful"