Close contacts of confirmed cases of COVID-19 will be asked to take a PCR test within 48 hours of being identified as a close contact, whether or not they have symptoms.

The Executive has today agreed a package of relaxations to the current Coronavirus Health Regulations.

Learners can resume onsite training in some close contact subjects at further education colleges and non-statutory providers from Friday 23 April, Economy Minister Diane Dodds announced today.

Commenting on the Executive’s decisions on easing Covid-19 restrictions, Health Minister Robin Swann said: “I very much welcome the fact that Ministers have reached agreement around proposals brought to today’s meeting by the Executive Office.

Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon today confirmed action plans for a priority booking system for driving tests following the Executive’s decision to reinstate practical driving tests from 23 April 2021.