Irish Examiner view: Optimism and caution must go hand in hand as Covid restrictions ease

Tide may be turning but we must not let our guard down

Managing expectations, especially at moments of transition, is one of the great challenges in life. As pandemic restrictions seem set to ease, it is natural to want to enjoy all of the freedoms so long beyond our reach.

If that is to be done sensibly, the lessons of the last 15 months must be applied.