People warned they could be fined or prosecuted for organising or attending a St Patrick’s Day party

There are concerns people may breach Covid 19 restrictions to mark the day.

The Government says anyone who organises or attends a St Patrick’s Day Party would be showing a ‘blatant disregard’ for all people have endured during the Covid 19 pandemic.

There are concerns people may breach public health guidelines to mark the day.

Liz Canavan from the Department of Taoiseach says they’ve heard of some reports on social media.