The Government decision on easing Covid-19 restrictions next week is now most likely to be taken on Friday. It follows a brief discussion on the restrictions at Cabinet this morning.
A further meeting is expected to take place on Friday. It will be proceeded by a meeting of the National Public Health Emergency Team tomorrow and possibly a meeting of the Covid-19 Cabinet sub-committee on Thursday.
The latest data from Thursday will be used when options are being considered by Government. The key point that must be finalised is when restaurants and gastro pubs reopen and what guidelines might need to be issued to allow for indoor dining.