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Health Expert Warns Against Lifting Covid Restrictions Too Early

The government's being warned a rush to ease restricitons could lead to a resurgence of Covid 19.

It's reported the government is considering scrapping the travel limit three weeks earlier than planned.

It's due to be extended to 20 kilometres from June 8th, but might be dropped by the end of next month.

Museums, galleries and hairdressers could also be allowed to open sooner than the roadmaop suggests.

Public health expert Dr Gabriel Scally says speeding up the country's re-opening carries risks:

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