The Chief Medical Officer says the criteria for testing of Covid-19 will likely be relaxed next week.
It comes as the numbers presenting at test centres has fallen significantly in recent days.
Only those with underlying conditions and who’re displaying symptoms are eligible for a test.
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It comes as the death toll from the virus has risen by 38 to 444, while total cases now stands at 12,547.
The Department has reported seven new cases of the virus in Clare, bringing the total number in this county to 113.
Dr Tony Holohan says if there’s to be any easing of restrictions, it’s important the case definition is expanded so more people are tested:
