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New Fines Brought In For Those Breaching Covid 19 Restrictions

The cabinet's agreed to bring in a system of graduated penalties for those breaking the rules.

It's expected people not wearing face masks in shops and on public transport, or breaking the 5 kilometre travel limit, could also be fined under new Garda powers.

Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe says most people are following the rules - but compliance needs to be even better in the weeks ahead

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