Liqour laws give Irish a headache
Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:56
The clash between rivals Munster and Leinster could leave fans of the two sides unable to find a pub in Ireland where they can watch the game.
Although the competition is itself sponsored by a Tipperary cider company, the fixture has been scheduled to take place on Good Friday.
While alcohol may be consumed inside the stadium itself, the law prevents the opening of bars and pubs on the Christian holy day.
The game is a sell-out for the 26,000 seater Thomond Park, and many thirsty folks would have been planning to go down to their local tavern to raise a toast to the Magners League.
Celtic Rugby are not willing to move the game with such a full rugby schedule to get through and the Vintners Federation of Ireland is taking legal advice on what can be done.
A booze-ban is a tough pill for any sports fan to swallow on a Friday afternoon and people in the four proud provinces of Ireland will no doubt be coming up with plans to celebrate the occasion without suffering from a terrible thirst.
Irish drinkers have made their feelings about the ban known to local authorities and will be most annoyed if they are not given permission to flock to watering-hole and partake in a beverage whilst cheering on their lads.
While the powers that be debate the complication, the average Munster or Leinster supporter is likely to take matters into their own hands and arrange their own parties where the sponsor's products flow freely.
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