Gardaí break up house party at west Mayo location

Eleven people have received on-the-spot fines after gardaí attended the scene of a house party in the Westport area.

Those in attendance were liable for fines of €100 each while the organiser faces a fine of €500.

The party, in breach of Covid regulations, took place last Thursday night/Friday morning.

The event was held at a rural location, gardaí have confirmed.

Two people in attendance were found to be in possession of illegal substances.