They installed the dining facilities during the Covid pandemic.
Three midlands pubs have been granted a stay of execution on their outdoor dining, that was originally supposed to be removed over a year ago.
Maisie's, The Snug, and Fiddlers in Athlone installed outdoor dining facilities during the Covid pandemic - they took a case to An Bord Pleanala to extend their time but this was rejected.
As a result of the temporary infrastructure, a loading bay, a disabled space and a parking spot have been blocked.
Fianna Fáil Councillor Aengus O' Rourke says the structures are temporary in nature and not something they want to see made permanent:
Ploughing Live 2026: Rose Of Tralee Excited To Meet Future Generation Of Female Farmers
Murdered Westmeath Faithful Opens Up on Exhausting Game
Garda Management To Answer Questions Over Pursuit Training
Midlands TDs Named Among Largest Farmland Owners In Leinster House
Laois Councillor Urges Safety Over Rise In Door To Door Scams
Offaly Woman To Publish Memoir On Experience With Breast Cancer
Hauliers Call For Nationwide Campaign To Cut Back Dangerous Hedgerows
M9 Crash Sisters Say They Are Getting Stronger As Recovery Continues