Micheál Martin: Omicron situation 'under constant review' 

Micheál Martin was specifically asked about how pubs are to handle New Year's Eve, when current restrictions mean pubs must close at midnight. File picture: Sasko Lazarov / RollingNews.ie

The Taoiseach has said there will be "flexibilities" around the festive season and New Year's Eve.

Speaking in Brussels, Micheál Martin was specifically asked about how pubs are to handle New Year's Eve, when current restrictions mean pubs must close at midnight.