NPHET will meet this morning and discuss whether new measures are needed to tackle the spread of Covid-19.
Chief medical officer Tony Holohan says we're in a 'precarious situation' as the virus is going in the 'wrong direction'.
It's after 431 new cases were confirmed last night.
More restrictions are due to be lifted tomorrow, allowing people travel anywhere in Ireland, and three households to meet.
But former HSE director-general Tony O'Brien says that should now be reviewed.
"First of all I think the CMO was right to express those concerns last night, yesterday's figures were concerning.
"I think it's therefore necessary for government to consider whether the proposed opening up over the Christmas period, and the length of time intended over the Christmas period, is still a safe and reasonable thing to do.
"Measures do need to be taken to contain the growth of Covid spread."
