Pubs, cafes and restaurants in the three counties will be limited to take away services.
One Midlands publican says he's been left angry and disappointed by the Taoiseach's announcement.
Pubs, cafes and restaurants in Laois, Offaly and KIldare are limited to take away services since midnight.
Owner of O'Gormans bar in Kilminchy Donal O'Gorman says the restrictions are a blow to public confidence in the sector:
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