There's split opinion at Cabinet over the resumption of live events as Senior Ministers meet this afternoon.
The Sub-Committee on Covid has been getting an update from health officials on the spread of the virus.
Arts Minister Catherine Martin was denied a seat at the table for this morning's sub-committee meeting despite requesting to attend to make the case for the resumption of large scale live events.
While Ministers have promised a roadmap by the end of this month, it's now likely that will see few restrictions eased in September.
Some health officials are split on the thinking.
Professor of Immunology at Maynooth University Paul Moynagh doesn't see sense in delaying, while Nphet member Dr Mary Favier says there's reason to be cautious.
Government sources say no big decisions on reopening will be made today, with more meetings to come next week.
