Taoiseach to address nation at 6.30pm; Speculation over 70s to be allowed to leave home

There are reports that Cabinet is to agree that those over 70 will be allowed leave their home from May 5.

The Taoiseach is set to make a State of the Nation address this evening.

Leo Varakdar will make his address at 6.30pm this evening, but will not be taking media questions.