Local Councillor hopes further easing of restrictions will boost economy

Businesses across the North West are starting trading today with facemask's no longer required in public settings.

The latest lifting of Covid 19 restrictions today sees an end to the mandatory wearing of face coverings in shops, on public transport and in schools.

They must still be worn in healthcare settings, while close contact rules have changed for everyone except healthcare workers.

Donegal County Councilor and Hotelier Michael Naughton says it's it's important that Businesses return to normal as soon as possible

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