The government has defended changes to the vaccine roll-out that have been strongly criticised by sectors that believe they should be given priority.
The new model will see people vaccinated based on age after the over-70s, medically vulnerable, and those with underlying conditions have been taken care of.
It means groups like gardaí, teachers, and family carers that had been pushing for early vaccination won't get it.
The Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, says that this is based on advice from NIAC (National Immunisation Advisory Committee).
'So older teachers, more vulnerable teachers, any particular profession or worker, in terms of age, will be vaccinated more quickly under this model'.
Meanwhile, the first vaccine bonuses are now in place for people who've had both injections.
It means those who are fully vaccinated will be able to meet indoors with another vaccinated household.
More societal benefits are to follow for vaccinated people in the coming months.
