The changes, announced on Monday and effective as of 0.01am on Wednesday morning, mean that household mixing is banned and this is enforceable by law. Pictures by Post staff photographer NEIL CROSS

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People can also attend a birth at the mother’s request or visit someone who is dying or is receiving care in a hospital, hospice or care home or who needs accompanying to a medical appointment and are a member of their household, a close relative or friend.

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Marriage ceremonies and wedding receptions can also continue as long as no more than 15 people attend and they do not take place in a private dwelling.


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Funerals are still allowed, with 30 people allowed to attend as long as it is not in a private dwelling. But wakes are limited to 15 people and cannot take place in a private house.

