Matches, open air concerts and outdoor events from June 7

Dr Tony Holohan, Professor Philip Nolan, Professor Pete Lunn, and Dr Cillian De Gascun. The National Public Health Emergency Team has recommended that some measures be eased earlier than expected, allowing for the resumption of outdoor events of up to 100 people, or 200 in larger stadia, from the first week in June. Picture Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin

The return of crowds at matches, open air concerts, and other outdoor events is part of a grand reopening of the country from June 7, due to be announced by the Government today.

However, pubs and restaurants will not be allowed to serve customers indoors until July 5, which has been met by strong criticism from hospitality sector representatives who have threatened legal action over the delay.