The Northern Ireland Executive will meet later to review the four-week circuit breaker lockdown.
The Covid-19 restrictions are due to end on November 13th.
However case numbers remain high, with almost 4,500 recorded in the past seven days.
The hospital system is also operating at near full capacity, with just 20 ICU beds available.
Anne Speed, lead negotiator for the North's health trade unions has said she believes the lockdown will be extended.
Weekend Cold Snap To Provide Brisk Shake Up To Interminable Rainy Monotony
Temperatures are expected to plummet over the next 24 hours as the country is hit by an arctic blast
Greystones Fishermen Still Struggling Despite Harbour Settlement Warns Senator
Despite a legal settlement aimed at resolving lengthy disputes, issues remain for fishermen and families in Greystones according to Senator Aubrey McCarthy
Kilkenny Hurling Legend Helps Wicklow GAA Expand Profile With Fans App
Wicklow GAA signs up to SocialTies digital platform boosting its community engagement with local clubs, while increasing its digital revenue with a supporters app
New Plan Approved For Greystones Delgany Kilcoole.
The framework will guide future development in these Wicklow areas.
Rás Tailteann Returns to Wicklow with Baltinglass Stage Finish
The return of the Rás is expected to deliver a significant tourism and economic boost for Baltinglass and surrounding areas, with large crowds anticipated to line the Wicklow roads.
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