Covid-19: Public warned 'every contact counts' as restrictions ease for Christmas

Crowds gathered in Cork City centre recently. People are being encouraged to meet outdoors rather than indoors, and for a short time. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

The Government has reiterated that “every contact counts” and called on the public to “trust your instincts” in order to successfully manage the Covid-19 pandemic over the Christmas period.

At a briefing this morning ahead of the country returning to level 3 on Tuesday, assistant secretary at the Department of the Taoiseach Liz Canavan said the reduced restrictions should be seen “like your credit card limit”.