Coronavirus: Newtownabbey pub closed as ‘precautionary measure’ after patron tests positive

Management at the Crown and Shamrock Inn took to social media this afternoon (Wednesday, September 30) to detail the closure.

Commenting on Facebook, a spokesperson for the venue said: “Unfortunately it has come to our attention that a customer has tested positive for Covid-19 today.

“They were sitting in the main bar area on Friday evening and Saturday afternoon.

“We have been in contact with the Public Health Agency and Environmental Health and advised that Track and Trace will contact anyone who was in direct contact with the person who tested positive.

“Although we have been advised we do not need to close, we have taken the precautionary measure to close tonight (Wednesday) and allow all staff who were working on these days to be tested. We will also be deep cleaning and fog sanitizing the premises.

“We would like to thank all our customers for their support during these challenging times.”

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