Cabinet will meet tonight to finalise mandatory hotel quarantine legislation

Legislation will see travellers entering Ireland from certain countries facing mandatory 14-day quarantine in hotels

It is understood the total cost will be approximately €2,000 for the two weeks for an adult and €500 for a child. Picture: Brian Lawless

The Cabinet will meet tonight to finalise legislation around mandatory hotel quarantine.

The legislation had been due before this morning's meeting of the Government, but it is understood that it was not fully ready and an incorporeal meeting will be required.