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Finally a bit of common sense prevails as 50 people can soon attend wedding receptions as well as ceremonies




The Taoiseach Micheal Martin announced plans for the phase of the reopening of society earlier this evening.

The Taoiseach met with fellow cabinet Ministers and discussed NPHET’s recommendations.

It’s good news for people planning on having their wedding from early July onwards.

From July 5th, up to 50 people are allowed attend wedding receptions. Currently 50 people can attend ceremonies but only 6 can attend the afters.

From that date too, the return of indoor services in bars and restaurants. 100 attendees can attend indoor venues. There’ll be an increase in outdoor attendance at events. There’ll also be a relaxation of the 50% capacity levels on public transport.

There’ll be an increase in numbers attending outdoor events from August 5th.  Up to 100 guests will be allowed attend weddings from this date.

Hotels are back open from Jun 2nd while outdoor bars and restaurants will reopen on June 7th.

From June 7th, up to 200 people at outdoor events, cinemas, and theatres will also reopen. Phased reopening of day centres for older people will start from this date too.

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