Government won't fully adopt Nphet's stark advice on easing restrictions over Christmas

Nphet are of the view that a choice should be made between allowing household visits and re-opening hospitality, and said both should not happen at the same time.  Picture: Brian Lawless

Stark advice from the National Public Health Emergency Team (Nphet) will not be fully adopted by the Government as lockdown restrictions are eased from next week.

A gulf has emerged between the Government and its medical advisers who have called for gastro-pubs and restaurants to only operate on a takeaway and delivery service basis over Christmas.