Two further deaths, 129 new cases in NI as Covid-19 restrictions become legally enforceable

Authorities say postcode areas may be added and removed from the local restrictions as patterns of infection change and further interventions and restrictions can be introduced as necessary. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA

Localised Covid-19 restrictions in Northern Ireland have become legally enforceable.

Residents in areas like Belfast and Ballymena are barred from visiting other households.