Cork gardai increase patrols for Arthur's Day
Gardai in the city are increasing their patrols for Arthur's Day tomorrow. Last year's event has been described as a disaster with 40 drink-related cases admitted to the Mercy University Hospital. Various groups have slammed Diageo for creating a marketing promotion aimed at getting young people to drink. Gardai have reviewed their security measures this year. And speaking to Cork's RedFM Chief Superintendent Michael Finn says they've been working closely with Diageo: (Click above for audio)
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