Alex Massie Alex Massie

Life in Donegal

Frankly, one would be disappointed if this sort of caper weren’t being run in Donegal:

A 72-year-old Donegal man who denied running an illegal public bar in his shed, has been acquitted of two charges brought against him by the County Council under planning regulations. Patsy Brogan said the bar, which has become known as The Bog Hotel near Frosses, is for private use, and while he welcomes callers, he insists he does not charge for drink.

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