1,380 cases confirmed as Nphet advice expected for nightclubs return and Covid certs retained

Roderic O'Gorman said the continued use of Covid certs would be "a good option going forward", but added that "enforcement is important". Picture: Colin Keegan, Collins Dublin

The reopening of nightclubs from next weekend will be dependent on public health advice, a Government minister has said.

Children's Minister Roderic O'Gorman has said there is a "strong desire" to ease restrictions from October 22, as had been signalled, however, he has warned that rising Covid cases must be considered.