"The end is now truly in sight" - Taoiseach addresses the nation: Key Points

The key points from this evening's address to the nation where the Tasoieach confirmed that Level 5 restrictions will remain in place until at least April 5th.

• Level 5 to continue April 5th
  • Phased return of in-school education; next Monday junior infants - 2nd class and Leaving Cert to return 
  • On March 15th remainder of primary classes and 5th years
  • The remainder to return after Easter Break
  • March 8th Early Childhood pre-school programming will resume
  • March 29th all other childcare will return 
• After April 5th 
  • Easing of restrictions on outdoor gatherings will be under consideration 
  • Easing of restrictions on certain sporting activities will be under consideration 
  • The return of construction services will be under consideration 
  • Easing of 5km travel limit will be under consideration 
• Other announcements
  • Taoiseach says 82% of adults will have had their first dose by the end of June - 1.2 million first doses would be administered by the end of March and 1.1 million doses during April, May and June.
  • The Pandemic Unemployment Payment will remain in place until the end of June.
  • €20 million in new funding has also been agreed today for mental health supports and investment in communities.