There have been no further deaths and 38 new cases from Covid-19, the Department of Health has confirmed. There has been no deaths from Covid-19 in Northern Ireland for the 18th consecutive day with the death toll remaining at 556.
There were 10 new cases, taking the cumulative total to 5,948. Earlier today, the Taoiseach discussed the challenges of the pandemic at the first meeting of the North South Ministerial Council in three-and-a-half years.
Micheál Martin said afterwards: "It was extensive and constructive and we had a particularly good conversation about Covid-19." Deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill said cross-border co-operation is needed now more than ever "as we continue to respond to the biggest health emergency we have