Holohan: Level 5 restrictions will be needed some time after Christmas

Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan has told the Government he believes Level 5 restrictions will be needed at some point after Christmas.

Pubs and restaurants will close in mid-afternoon on Christmas Eve and remain closed for the full festive period.

The move to curb growing Covid-19 numbers will be discussed at Cabinet on Tuesday after Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan briefed the cabinet sub-committee on the virus on Monday.