Key points regarding the lifting of restrictions from 6 tomorrow morning, as confirmed by the Taoiseach in the live address to the nation brought to you here on Galway Bay fm

From 6am tomorrow

• closing time for hospitality and events will return to where it was before the pandemic.

• Covid passes will no longer be needed for hospitality and indoor activities.

• there will be no restrictions on capacity for indoor and outdoor events.

• guidance in relation to household visits will no longer apply.

Also, The Taoiseach says a phased return to the physical workplace for all staff can now commence.

There are no changes to international travel rules - with Covid passes still required.

Face-masks will still be needed where they are currently required. The current protective measures for schools will also continue.