The Government will tomorrow discuss the vital issue of close contacts which many feel is hampering the workforce across the country.
Tens of thousands of people who are full vaccinated and boosted must restrict their movements and isolate for five days if they come into close contact with a positive case of the virus.
The latest European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control guidance allows for shorter isolation periods where there is extreme pressure on healthcare systems and society.
It is expected that this guidance will form the basis of public health advice that will go to the Government.
There is much for public health experts and Government to consider given that the updated guidance from the ECDC comes with the warning that it is not evidenced based.
If the rules are changed it would be followed by engagement with employers and an updated communications campaign would also commence.
The Taoiseach has said the Government understood the pressures on many parts of the economy as a result of the current rules.
