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Time up for street drinking in Youghal
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Youghal is to ban alcohol consumption on streets and other public spaces. A draft bye-law unanimously passed at the Town Council’s October meeting approved a €30 spot fine and a maximum €650 if failure to pay within 21 days leads to a court conviction. An Garda will be charged with enforcing the ruling, with fines appropriated to the council.
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Youghal's famous clock in the centre of town
The move follows an alarming increase in underage drinking, anti-social behaviour and alcohol-related crime in the town. Illegal drinking near Youghal Golf Club recently preceded a serious stabbing incident, while some weeks ago gardai apprehended several underage drinkers during a school half day.
The law will apply to public areas within the town boundary, including the seashore, while it is hoped that Cork County Council will also apply it to its jurisdiction in due course. Pubs and restaurants providing kerbside tables will be exempt, while gardai may use their discretion as to those enjoying a drink over a picnic etc.
The law will now go on display for public submissions over six weeks before returning to the council for ratification.
Youghal's famous Clock Gate
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