Nursing home visits evidence of the benefits of the vaccine programme, Donnelly claims

Mr Donnelly also said the impact of vaccination on healthcare workers has been "nothing short of astonishing". Picture: PA

Nursing home residents are to permitted to receive up to two visits per week as restrictions on the sector are finally eased as the benefits of Covid-19 vaccinations take effect.

The change will take effect from March 22, and demonstrates the type of vaccine bonus that can arise from the rollout of the vaccination programme, according to health officials.