Seanad debates
Thursday, 19 June 2003
Intoxicating Liquor Bill 2003: Committee Stage.
I should add that the Minister for Social and Family Affairs has helpfully indicated a willingness to consider adding a photograph and date of birth to the public services card that is now issued to 16 year olds. If such a development comes about, it would mean that the card in question could be used for evidence of age purposes, and that would enable us to revisit this provision next year. I emphasise that the fact that the age document will be mandatory after 9 p.m. does not prevent the licensee from demanding evidence of age before 9 p.m. The licensee must also ensure that the underage provisions are complied with at all times and not just after 9 p.m.
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