Pubs could remain closed for longer as nphet to meet on phase 4

Phase 4 of easing Covid-19 restrictions could be delayed beyond July 20th.

It's understood the recent rise in cases, particularly among young people, is causing concern about a potential second wave. Government Minister's will meet on Wednesday to discuss the latest advice from the National Public Health Emergency Team, where it's expected Phase 4 and the reopening of non food serving pubs will be raised. Meanwhile A cluster of Covid-19 cases that arose from a house party in Co. Kerry's being investigated by the Department of Health. The detail was revealed in a letter issued to GP's in the region. Drinkaware CEO Sheena Horgan told South East Radio News that parents and young people need to have tough discussions about their socialising: [audio wav="https://www.southeastradio.ie/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Sheena-clip.wav"][/audio]