People who've been vaccinated against Covid-19 could face less stringent restrictions from as early as next month.
The National Public Health Emergency Team is looking at how a "vaccine bonus" could be implemented, and plans to make recommendations to government in the coming weeks.
It comes as the US issued new guidance for those who've been fully vaccinated.
They're being allowed to meet others indoors, without a mask or social distancing.
Dr Ronan Glynn says the situation in the US is being examined closely
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