Wife of former Fianna Fail TD convicted for managing unlicensed pub after she claimed she was just cleaning
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Patricia Ellis, the wife of former Fianna Fáil TD Robert Ellis, faced legal consequences for managing an unlicensed pub, receiving a €500 fine at Carrick-on-Shannon District Court. Ellis defended her actions by stating she was only helping her daughter, Orla, who had previous legal troubles resulting in her being struck off the roll of solicitors. This case draws attention to the legal obligations concerning the management of licensed premises and the responsibilities of individuals connected to them.
Patricia Ellis was fined €500 after being convicted of managing an unlicensed pub, despite her claim that she was only cleaning the establishment for her daughter.
The court hearing, held last month in Carrick-on-Shannon District Court, ruled against Ellis, highlighting issues of legal compliance in privately managed establishments.
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