Fines or jail for those who don't wear mask on bus or train in Ireland

And any rogue travellers could be hit with a €2,500 fine or a six-month prison sentence if they don’t obey the rules.

People who do not comply with laws that make face coverings mandatory on public transport could face fines of up to €2,500 and/or six months in prison. Coronavirus health advice Taoiseach Micheal Martin said if people persist in disobeying, then gardai could be called, but the Government did not envisage that this would be necessary.

He said the Government will encourage people to wear face coverings in crowded indoor gatherings and where social distancing is not possible. Mr Martin also indicated that the gardai will be out in force again from today patrolling pubs to ensure compliance with the new food and drink rules.Mr Martin said: “If you look back at our whole Covid-19 experience it’s been really about developing compliance, engagement, and people have generally come with us, come with the authorities.

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