A majority of bishops in the United States say it is OK to eat meat on St. Patrick's Day, as it is happening during Lent and the holiday lands on a Friday this year.

In the Catholic faith, eating meat is generally not allowed on Fridays during lent.

The National Catholic Survey says more than 70% of bishops are granting an exception for this Friday.

Irish stew and corned beef are traditional meals that are consumed on St. Patrick's Day.