Northern Ireland Assembly recalled to discuss reopening of schools

Education Minister Peter Weir is set to be pressed over the planned reopening of schools on Thursday as the Assembly is recalled Picture: Liam McBurney/PA

The Northern Ireland Assembly has been recalled to discuss the planned reopening of schools amid strict lockdown measures.

Pupils are due to return to school next week despite the strong restrictions in place to encourage people to stay at home in a bid to stem the spread of coronavirus.