'It was a massive blow': Kildare business owners continue to count the cost of regional lockdown

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'It floored us': Kildare business owners continue to count the cost of regional lockdown in the county

Barry McKnight proprietor of the J-One Cafe in Athy Image: PA Images Barry McKnight proprietor of the J-One Cafe in Athy Image: PA Images TRADERS IN KILDARE have been welcoming back customers and staff following the lifting of a regional lockdown in the county last night.

NPHET reviewed the epidemiological situation in Kildare and confirmed that it is now broadly similar to that across the country The family-run pub only began serving food for the first time last November after a large investment, having formerly only offered drinks. “While we have outdoor space, it’s only good to use when the weather is nice. Fortunately we didn’t lay anyone off and now we have most our staff back. We are just waiting for two more of our part-timers to return.

Speaking at yesterday’s Department of Health briefing, Dr Glynn thanked the people of Kildare for their efforts during the regional lockdown.

 

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