Mr. Robbie Kitt:

I apologise. I had some technical difficulties the last time I was called. I want to respond to the concerns about people travelling to the North. I believe that is a very valid concern and it emphasises why we need this roadmap for reopening as another part of mitigating the effect of the virus. It should be regarded as a priority because things are starting to happen up North. From our conversations with operators up there, there are plans to have full festivals operating by September of this year. Tickets are already on sale for those types of events. This is a concern.

As the Deputy has said, outdoor events are the priority here. Sports and outdoor exercise activities are already seen as necessary for people's mental health. In the same way, it could be said that entertainment and cultural activity outdoors that are properly organised could be just as safe. I agree with the Deputy on that. Regarding the concern about people travelling up North, people are desperate to socialise. This is something that is coming down the tracks and needs to be addressed.