Earlier lifting of restrictions but Martin says mask-wearing will remain

Micheál Martin will give a 'clear and comprehensive statement about what lies ahead both in the short term and in the medium term' after the Cabinet meets tomorrow.

Micheál Martin has signalled that the original restrictions, including the 8pm hospitality closing time, which were due to stay in place until the end of the month, will be brought forward to next week. Picture: AP

The country can look forward to an earlier than expected lifting of Covid restrictions, the Taoiseach has said.

Micheál Martin has signalled that the original restrictions, including the 8pm hospitality closing time, which were due to stay in place until the end of the month, will be brought forward to next week.