Pubs will no longer have to close at 11.30 from tonight - but customers still won't be able to drink at the bar.

A much larger protest was expected at the Department of Health.

Tanaiste Leo Vardakar says they were given stark warnings from NPHET about what may happen if the government went ahead with its original reopening plans.

Guests must wear masks when they attend weddings and leave function rooms by 11.30pm. They are among the rules outlined in new guidelines published