A public health expert says the easing of almost all covid restrictions is 'the right thing to do'.
Workers can return to offices on a phased basis starting today, while pubs, restaurants, and nightclubs are already open at their usual times.
Social distancing has been scrapped and there are no restrictions on live events or gatherings in the home.
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In-person prison visits are also set to resume this week.
Professor Sam McConkey from the RCSI believes it's fine to reopen as the peak of Omicron has passed: