The Government today agreed to pause the return of indoor dining until an unspecified date in the future in an attempt to combat the spread of the delta variant.

But, for many in the hospitality sector, the delay has been a devastating blow to their business.

Eamon Ryan, Green Party Leader and Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications joined us on the show today to explain their decision.

The Hard Shoulder

Listen and subscribe to The Hard Shoulder on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.

Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App.

You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.