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Protest rallies like the one which took place yesterday in Cork are a threat to the national fight against Covid-19, according to a local representative. Upwards of 150 people crowded around a stage on Patrick Street yesterday, with almost none wearing face masks. 

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Gardaí are urging motorists to take care on the roads this bank holiday weekend. 66 people have been killed or seriously injured in crashes over the May bank holiday in the last five years.

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Retail Ireland says shops across the country are relieved there's a firm date for reopening. Click and collect will reopen from May 10th with all shops opening their doors again from May 17th.

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Another near-normal music event's taking place in Liverpool later. A crowd of 5-thousand will watch headline act Blossoms in Sefton Park - without having to social-distance or wear face coverings.

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