Govt expected to issue advisory on face coverings this week

A woman in Cork city walks with her face covered. Picture: Dan Linehan

The government is expected to issue new guidance advising people to wear face coverings in situations where social distancing is difficult.

The move is expected to come later this week, after Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon recommended that the Scottish public should wear face masks in enclosed public spaces for example while shopping or using public transport.