January could see 'short' return to Level 3 restrictions: Tánaiste

The Tánaiste said that the current second wave of the virus has proved to be different to the first, saying that it is less deadly and has put less strain on the healthcare system. Picture: Denis Minihane.

A third period of lockdown may be required in the new year, the Tánaiste has told the Dáil.

Speaking during a debate on Covid-19, Leo Varadkar said that he hoped that such a period would be shorter than the current six-week period.