The HSE Says Reducing Social Distancing Limits Would "Significantly" Increase Hospital Capacity

Yesterday the Taoiseach said the two metre rule will remain the same

It comes as some Cabinet Ministers are reportedly backing a reduction to one metre, in line with World Health Organisation guidelines.

The issue's expected to be raised between Ministers and the Chief Medical Officer at a meeting next week.

HSE CEO, Paul Reid, says they'll follow Government's advice: