Gardai are warning of increased patrols regarding large gatherings ahead of the weekend.
Scenes from Dublin and Cork last weekend prompted Dail debate on takeaway pints with officers now keeping a watchful eye over public spaces.
The Gardai shared multiple pictures on their social media on Thursday night as they began a high visibility foot patrol operation countrywide.
The aim of the operation is to ensure compliance with Level Five restrictions as we head towards the end of lockdown.
A garda spokesperson said: "Garda control room in Anglesea St. keeping a watchful eye over Cork city. There will be an increase of patrols and engagement, particularly in relation to large groups gathering in open spaces.
"Gardai in Galway are busy patrolling this evening. They are conducting regular checkpoints, and foot patrols in the city as well as engaging with the public in support of the Covid 19 public health guidelines."
They added the same about Dublin with similar checks taking place across the country.
Deputy Commissioner of Policing and Security John Twomey said today that it's "more important than ever, for the next two weeks of Level Five, that we all continue to work together to reduce the spread of COVID-19 by adhering to the public health advice.
"While it has been disappointing at times to witness some activities by small numbers of individuals and groups I am encouraged by the overwhelming support and compliance being demonstrated right throughout our communities supporting Covid-19 Public Health guidelines," he said.
