The funeral in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co Leitrim, was attended by about 300 peopleTwo people were arrested and more than 80 fines issued over a funeral attended by hundreds of people this week, gardaí have said. Gardaí confirmed to Independent.ie that two people were arrested under the Public Order Act and “in excess” of 80 fines were issued for breach of public health regulations in connection with the large gathering. "An Garda Síochána will carry out an investigation into the organisers of any event which is in breach of the public health regulations,” a Garda spokesperson said. "Funerals, in general are a risk factor and that’s why the public health restrictions have been put in place. “Pavee Point’s message has been very consistent and very clear that all people, Travellers or settled, need to adhere to the public health guidelines.

Source: Irish Independent March 12, 2021 14:40 UTC