The Government's plan to use hotels for the mandatory quarantining of some international arrivals could face delays. It is understood the Cabinet heard this morning that primary legislation will be needed to establish the system.
The Government said it is now working to promptly draft this legislation. Under plans announced last week those arriving here from Brazil and South Africa will spend 14 days in mandatory quarantine.
Those arriving without a negative Covid test are also subject to this rule, but they could leave quarantine should they complete two negative tests within five days of entering the State.
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly also told colleagues that the rules around quarantine will apply to international visitors who