The NI Executive is set to meet today to discuss implementing further restrictions in a bid to curb the rising number of COVID-19 cases.
Deputy First Minister Michelle O’Neill has said that ‘nothing is off the table’ and all options will be considered.
A ‘circuit-breaker’ could be one of those measures considered.
Yesterday (Wednesday) one further death and 828 new cases were confirmed.
Health Minister Robin Swann said those ignoring the regulations are giving a ‘two-fingered salute’ to everyone else.
The Chief Scientific Adviser Prof Ian Young said Northern Ireland’s R-number – the rate that represents the number of individuals who, on average, will be infected by one person – is currently about 1.5.