'The risk is just too high' - Taoiseach confirms further Covid restrictions for Christmas period

Taoiseach Micheál Martin addressing the Nation, at Government Buildings this evening. Picture: Julien Behal.

The Taoiseach has announced a raft of further Covid-19 restrictions for the country, including a tightening of rules for restaurants and pubs, the closure of nightclubs, and limits on household visits over the Christmas period.

Among the measures announced this evening are: