Localised coronavirus restrictions in parts of Northern Ireland where cases have surged may soon be required. That's according to the region's chief scientific adviser, Professor Ian Young.
The comments come after Northern Ireland recorded 93 new Covid-19 cases over the weekend. Prof Young said the rising numbers were of "considerable concern" and represented a tenfold increase on infection rates earlier in the summer.
He said two council areas - Antrim and Newtownabbey and Mid and East Antrim - were particularly affected by surges. Prof Young added: "I think we're getting close to the point, certainly in those areas with the high numbers of cases, that we may have to consider whether any additional local measures are required. "I