With the emergence of a new strain of the virus, health officials have had to implement a list of new measures.
Although it has been suggested that once experts can confirm Omicron is not a major threat, restrictions will be eased immediately. As for indoor entertainment, cultural, community and sporting events from Tuesday, the following rules will come into effect: In line with this, Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe confirmed that the PUP will reopen to those affected.