The Top 4 Things You Need To Know Now

The main stories making the headlines across Cork

People may not be able to see loved ones who live more than 20km away from them until July, under the government's plans to phase out Coronavirus restrictions.

The plan will see measures eased over three week periods starting on May 18th.

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Fears are growing for the future of the Irish airline industry after Ryanair and Aer Lingus announced almost 4,000 jobs are to go.

3,000 mostly pilot and cabin crew roles are to be axed at Ryanair due to the slump in revenue because of the coronavirus.

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The Covid-19 pandemic may lead to more women in the workforce being impacted compared to men. 

That's according to research from UCC and the 30% Club which says women tend to make up a higher proportion of part-time and precarious work which may mean they are more vulnerable to being laid off. 

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The Department of Education says it's still planning to bring Leaving Cert students back to class for two weeks before the exams start.

That's despite the government confirming schools and colleges won't re-open until September.

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