Concerns raised over easing of close contact rules

Antigen tests would be crucial “if this is the way to go,” she said, adding that a test would need to be done every day.

Professor of Immunology at Dublin City University (DCU) DR Christine Loscher has expressed concern about a "blanket" easing of close contact requirements.

Under new advice to the Government from Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan, close contacts who are fully boosted and have no symptoms will no longer have to restrict their movements.