Transport Minister Shane Ross has told the Dáil that it's "very likely" commuters will be asked to wear face coverings from next week due to Covid-19.
Mr Ross said the issue was addressed by the Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan yesterday and a recommendation would be made by the end of the week.
He said it looked very likely that "coverings" would be required in places like public transport and supermarkets. The Minister said we don't know what the demand will be like next week or whether people will be reluctant to go on buses.
He also said proposals are being looked at to make it mandatory to fill in the public health passenger locator form at ports and airports.