Traveller Woman Brought to Tears On Air: "Discrimination Has Ruined My Life"

Traveller Woman Brought to Tears On Air: "Discrimination Has Ruined My Life"

59:13 Feb 19, 2026
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A group of five Travellers say they were turned away from a Howth restaurant after booking a table – told their reservation was cancelled and “you’re not getting in tonight”. It raises a massive question: do pubs, bars and restaurants have the right to refuse anyone, anytime… or is that just discrimination dressed up as “management reserves the right”?We spoke to Kathleen, a Traveller in her 50s who says she’s been refused her whole life. Others in hospitality argue venues are wary because of past trouble.
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