Dr Holohan says protocols in place for workers' safety after new advice for TDs in Dáil

16 more people with the virus have died, bringing the total death toll to 1,561.

Dr. Tony Holohan, says a risk assessment will be carried out anywhere workers are spending two hours together with a number of factors included.

The Chief Medical Officer is reassuring workers protocols are in place to ensure their safety in workplaces.

Earlier it was confirmed people who spend two hours in a room together over a 24 hour period would be considered a close contact.