The Minister for Further and Higher Education has said it is important that clarity is given as soon as possible, and that he expects the Cabinet to make a decision on the reopening of indoor hospitality tomorrow.
Speaking on RTÉ's Morning Ireland, Simon Harris said the Covid-19 Delta variant is much more contagious, and those who get it are more likely to end up in hospital.
His comments come as the National Public Health Emergency Team will meet later today to consider what advice to give to Government on the scheduled easing of restrictions from 5 July, including the recommencement of indoor hospitality.
Mr Harris that the country has had a successful reopening so far, adding that "we have to be really, really careful that we don't go