Taoiseach says level 5 will be reimposed if Covid cases spiral over Christmas

Brian Hennebery, of Hennebery Sports Tralee, getting ready to reopen next Tuesday. Picture: Domnick Walsh

The Government will "not be slow to act again" in imposing level 5 restrictions in January if Covid cases spike over Christmas, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has warned.

Announcing the easing of restrictions which will see retail, museums, galleries, cinemas, and libraries reopen with protective measures from next Tuesday, Mr Martin said people's behaviour will now be key to keeping the virus at bay.