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The main stories making the headlines across the country

The current Covid-19 trends are not sustainable for the health system, according to the Chief Medical Officer.

There are fears the HSE may not be able to provide tests to people with symptoms due to demand, instead focusing on vulnerable groups.

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2,000 health workers were vaccinated at hospitals here in the City in the last three days. 

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There are calls on the Government to urgently announce it's plans for schools to re-open after Christmas.

Opposition parties will meet with Ministers later today, with schools due to welcome back students on January 11th.

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Creches are to reopen today to look after the children of frontline workers and vulnerable kids.

Early Childhood Ireland says about 70 per cent of full day care services are opening across the country this morning.

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