The Northern Ireland Executive recently announced a number of new measures to combat the spread of Covid-19.
Under the new restrictions, stores will be allowed to remain open – but from tonight, October 16, all sales of alcohol will not be permitted after 8pm.
Deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill said: “The Executive has taken these very difficult decisions in response to the emergency situation we are faced with. The coronavirus infection rate has reached crisis levels and our health service is in real danger of becoming overwhelmed.
“Urgent intervention is needed to interrupt the spread of the virus and prevent a worsening of the situation.
“These measures will be in place for four weeks, but they will only be effective if we have the support of public. We are appealing to everyone to do everything you can over these next few weeks to help keep everyone safe and save lives.
“We know this is hard and that people will be really worried about their livelihoods, but we will do everything we possibly can to make sure there are protections in place for families, workers and businesses.”
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