It's hoped that a 'welfare area' in Dublin city centre will take the pressure off emergency services.
The pilot area will be set up on Fosters Place, College Green, with trained medics and security staff on hand.
It will be operational between 11pm and 4am on December 20th, 21st and 22nd.
Ray O'Donoghue, Dublin’s Night-Time Economy Advisor, says the welfare area will serve as an in-between spot for people who need help:
"If you can picture a medical tent or a welfare area at a festival, it's something similar to that it's you know if you've had too much to drink, or you've lost your shoe or if you're in a bit of bother. So it's somewhere to go and take pressure off the emergency services".
With trained medics and security staff on hand, the area will serve as a safe space for anyone in need of help, Dublin City Council said.
This initiative, piloted by the council and supported by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, aims to ensure the safety and wellbeing of people enjoying the festive season.
“The pilot of the welfare area is a vital part of our efforts to create a safer, more enjoyable night-time experience in Dublin," O'Donoghue said.
"As the city becomes a hub of festive activity, it’s essential that we provide patrons with a secure space to seek support. This initiative reflects our commitment to the safety and enjoyment of both citizens and visitors.”
