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Should you be fined for going topless?

France has been upping fines for men going shirtless in public, but how does this translate to Ir...

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15.40 16 Jun 2026


Should you be fined for going topless?


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15.40 16 Jun 2026


France has been upping fines for men going shirtless in public, but how does this translate to Irish spaces? 

Around 20 towns are clamping down on locals and tourists from baring their chests in city centres. The glamorous resort of Deauville has hiked up its token fine of £15 (€17) to a heftier £130 (€150).     

Editor of Cork Beo, Joe O’Shea joined Ciara and Shane to discuss.  


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