Covid party pooper: Irish ministers urge people to ditch the booze while toasting St Patrick’s Day amid pandemic

For the millions

For the millions around the world who claim Irish heritage, March 17 is a day to celebrate all things green, down some alcohol and say cheers to St. Patrick – but Irish ministers are calling for more sober celebrations this year.

Irish government ministers are warning would-be St Patrick’s Day revelers that they should use water, not booze, as their tipple of choice when celebrating the national holiday. And if they really want to be patriotic in the pandemic, better still to stay home while toasting Ireland’s patron saint.

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