The current Level 5 restrictions are set to be extended until at least March 5th by the Cabinet today.  

New restrictions including mandatory quarantine in designated hotels for incoming travellers without a negative PCR test, increased fines for non-compliance with existing rules, and a ban on travel from South Africa and Brazil, are also set to be approved. 

Andrea was joined by many callers with their views.

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