The country's top public health officials met today, amid growing concern at the spread of the virus
Restrictions are due to be eased tomorrow until January 6th, allowing people to travel throughout Ireland and up to three households to mix.
But NPHET's recommending this period be shortened, and the government will consider the recommendations at a meeting on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, 484 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed this evening, and 3 additional deaths.
