Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said phases in the roadmap for reopening society and business will only be fast-tracked if the data says it's "safe to do so".
Speaking on Newstalk, Mr Varadkar said he is aware of getting the balance right and said the Government is trying to make the best decisions.
Mr Varadkar said he is conscious other countries who went into the crisis before Ireland did, such as Spain, have opened up outdoor terraces and bars.
He said he is also conscious of essential services getting back to normal to save lives. "We are always conscious of secondary deaths...