Westmeath TD Voicing Concern Over Possibility Of Businesses Reopening

He feels three sectors in particular could be the first to benefit from the easing of restrictions. 

The construction sector, DIY and outdoor exercise could be the first to benefit from the easing of lockdown restrictions. 

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar says any lifting of measures will be done on a phased basis over a number of weeks. 

Fine Gael TD Peter Burke is warning despite this possibility, businesses should continue planning for operating alongside the COVID-19 in the medium term. 

The Longford/Westmeath deputy says the ability of hospitality and retail facilities to adapt their premises could be an issue:

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