Phased reopening of schools from March 1 agreed by cabinet sub-committee

The plan will see schools reopen for junior infants, senior infants and Leaving Certificate students from March 1.

The phased reopening of schools is to begin March 1, the cabinet sub-committee on Covid-19 has agreed.

The plan, which will go to cabinet on Tuesday, will see primary schools reopen for junior infants, senior infants, and first and second class. Leaving Certificate students will also return from March 1.