Covid 19 restrictions extended in NI for another week
Executive agrees on fourth day of talks
Last updated 12th Nov 2020
Circuit-breaker restrictions will continue in Northern Ireland for another week after Ministers came to an agreement on Thursday following four days of discussions.
Stormont sources said they will see a partial re-opening of some sectors next Friday.
It is understood the DUP, UUP and Alliance voted for the proposals while Sinn Fein voted against and the SDLP abstained.
That means close contact services, including hairdressing, beauty treatments and driving lessons will resume on November 20 by appointment only.
Unlicensed premises, including cafes and coffee shops will reopen on November 20 but with restricted opening hours to 8pm and no alcohol can be consumed in these premises.
All other sections of hospitality that have been closed during the circuit-break will open on November 27.
Pubs and bars will be permitted to sell sealed off-sales from November 20.