Construction To Be Allowed To Return On A Phased Basis From April 5th Under Plans Being Considered By Ministers
Home-building will be the first to start again after a push by lobbying groups
The Construction Industry Federation has warned the housing crisis could be extended for at least 3 years if the sector remains shut.
Meanwhile, the 5 kilometre travel limit could be expanded to 8 or 10 kilometres next month, rather than scrapped, if Covid case numbers remain high.
Dr Mary Favier, former president of the Irish College of GPs and member of NPHET, says there's very little wriggle room for easing restrictions:
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Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
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Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
Eating too much meat can increase the risk of serious illnesses by as much as 30%.
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International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
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UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
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Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
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UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
The two year-old was rushed to hospital with traumatic head injuries