Former Fine Gael Minister cannot guarantee support for Covid cert measures

John Paul Phelan says he is reserving his support until he gets certainty from Health Minister Stephen Donnelly around the rollout of PCR and antigen testing

Carlow-Kilkenny TD John Paul Phelan is reserving his position on the bill until he gets clarification from Stephen Donnelly around the rollout of PCR and antigen testing as a way of gaining entry to pubs and restaurants.

A former Fine Gael Minister has said his support of measures to allow for the reopening of indoor hospitality is not guaranteed ahead of an expected vote tonight.

Carlow-Kilkenny TD John Paul Phelan is reserving his position on the bill until he gets clarification from Stephen Donnelly around the rollout of PCR and antigen testing as a way of gaining entry to pubs and restaurants.