Five ways to ensure you shop safely this Christmas

With retail reopening from today, we chat to an infectious disease expert about how to safely shop in-person during the busiest season of the year

Shops are expecting huge crowds within the coming weeks, with some even opening 24 hours a day to make way for social distancing. Picture: Larry Cummins

The clock has finally struck midnight, with thousands of retail outlets across Ireland opening their doors once again as the easing of level 5 restrictions begins today.

While we have eagerly awaited the return of in-person shopping, many may also be worried about the risks involved with heading out to begin the Christmas list, especially going into what is usually the busiest shopping season.