The total number of Covid-19 cases in Northern Ireland stands at 54,628. Some 451 more people have tested positive for Covid-19 in Northern Ireland, the Department of Health confirmed. Additionally, there have been seven more deaths from the coronavirus confirmed, bringing the fatality figure to 1,039. Read MoreSome 349 patients are currently hospitalised with Covid-19 in Northern Ireland while 33 are in ICU. Meanwhile, Police in Northern Ireland and the Republic are carrying out a cross-border operation targeting criminals and drink-drivers over the Christmas period.

Source: Irish Independent December 05, 2020 14:38 UTC