Country Prepares For Level Five Lockdown

Level five restrictions will come into effect for the whole country at midnight tonight.

People will not be allowed further than 5km from their home unless it's essential or on compassionate grounds.
All non-essential retail, as well as hairdressers and barbers must close, while pubs, cafes and restaurants can offer a takeaway service only. However schools will remain open.
13 additional deaths and 1,269 new cases were confirmed yesterday evening - while the national 14-day incidence rate is just over 279.