Alan Farrell (Dublin North, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

An incident occurred on Harcourt Street a few months ago relating to Messy Mondays. This ties in with Senator O'Donnell's comments on advertising, particularly that aimed at younger people. This involved an over 21s venue but the advertising of the night in question was targeted at teenagers who showed up in their thousands. There was a major incident as a result of which a few people were hospitalised. I have been on Harcourt Street on occasion in the wee hours and even on a quiet night, it is crazy. Questions must be asked regarding licensing hours and whether bar staff are cognisant of the volume of alcohol they serve to individuals during an evening. This is again an enforcement matter, similar to that which I raised regarding the off-licence trade, and an advertising matter.