Photograph by Gerry MooneyThree phases of Covid-19 restrictions are expected to be announced for December under the Government’s plan to reopen the country after lockdown. Taoiseach Micheal Martin has told the Cabinet he intends on moving the country into Level 3 restrictions next week. The Government is awaiting recommendations from the National Public Health Emergency Team (Nphet) but it is expected there will be three phases of restrictions in December. Inter country travel for non-essential reasons will continue to be banned. There are on going discussion within Government about easing the restrictions and Nphet are expected to issue guidance later this week.

Source: Irish Independent November 24, 2020 13:18 UTC