Its chairperson says staying shut forever isn't a possibility.
Westmeath Vintners' Federation says all pubs should be opened.
Chairperson Liam Gilleran, from Gilleran's Pub in Mullingar, says gastro pubs that have already opened are clearly abiding by the guidelines, with very few covid cases coming from the hospitality sector.
He believes the new garda powers will allow the sector to full restart, while ensuring everyone stays safe:
Midlands Housing Supply Struggles To Meet Demand
House prices across Laois and Offaly have climbed by an average of 8.3% in the past 12 months.
Ericsson To Relocate Midlands Research And Development Site
The company will move to a nearby IDA Ireland campus in Athlone.
Google AI Weather Forecasting Project To Be Rolled Out Across Ireland
Offaly's Cathal Nolan, from Ireland's Weather Channel says this will lead to a shift in the role of weather broadcasters.
Offaly College Student Describes Struggle To Find Accomodation
Tullamore's Charlie Beaudelot commuted up to five hours a day to Dublin before finding accomodation.
Laois TD Calls For Public Sector Strike To End Pay Dispute
More than 300,000 public sector employees will strike tomorrow.
Robert Pether Thanks Those Who Helped Safe Return
Mr Pether has been returned home safely to Ireland.
Gardaí Investigating Weekend Theft In Laois
The incident took place in Laois.
Two People Hospitalised In Offaly Crash
The road near Ballinamere is closed.
