Government says no need for record of individual meals

The Taoiseach says there's been an "overreaction" to the issue of pubs and restaurants having to keep records of all food orders for 28 days.

The government's clarified there's NO requirement for individual records of what everyone eats, but they must be able to show a substantial meal was served.

It's after a wave of confusion within the hospitality sector over the temporary measures, with industry groups furious over the announcement.

But Micheál Martin says it's about protecting pubs and restaurants who are obeying the rules.