Government wants to open economy ‘as much as possible’ – if it’s safe to do so

People walking through Cork City earlier this month. Picture: Larry Cummins

Public Expenditure Minister Michael McGrath says he wants to open as much of the economy as possible – provided it is safe to do so.

Mr McGrath was speaking as he arrived for a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday morning, where ministers are discussing plans to lift level five restrictions at the end of the month.