Thousands more businesses will reopen their doors this morning as Phase 2 of the country’s reopening gets underway.
More people can also meet up, as further Covid-19 restrictions are eased.
For the first time in three months, thousands of shops across the country can re-open this morning from 10.30.
Customers are warned queuing is likely while browsing may be discouraged.
Elsewhere Groups of up to six can meet indoors from today and those who need to cocoon can also have visitors but they must wear face masks and gloves.
The travel limit has been extended from 5 to 20 km while you can travel anywhere within your own county.
Up to 25 friends and family can now attend funerals.
Everything has to be done in a ‘new normal’ with social distancing in place.
