New fines for house parties as part of tougher coronavirus laws

New fines are being brought in for people holding house parties as part of tougher coronavirus laws.

The cabinet's agreed to bring in a system of graduated penalties for those breaking the rules.

It's expected people not wearing face masks in shops, or breaking the 5 kilometre travel limit, could also be fined under new Garda powers.

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe says most people are following the rules - but compliance needs to be even better in the weeks ahead.