No justification for a return to mandatory mask-wearing - Taoiseach

The Taoiseach did appeal to people to wear masks in crowded places, despite the legal requirement having been lifted. Picture: Sasko Lazarov/RollingNews.ie

There is no justification for bringing back mandatory mask-wearing, Taoiseach has said.

Speaking in Brussels where he is attending a crucial EU summit, Mr Martin said the Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan has not advocated a change in the current rules.