Ministers speak after Cabinet meeting on Covid restrictions in Ireland

The transcript covers a press conference discussing public safety, vaccination progress, and COVID-19 variants. It highlights the cautious approach towards reopening and the importance of vaccination. The government plans to monitor variants closely and is prepared to adjust measures if necessary. International travel is expected to resume mid-July, with more details to be announced. The government acknowledges significant progress in the vaccination program and aims to provide clarity on public health measures.

How has the hospitalization rate changed in recent weeks according to the speaker?

What are the expected developments in international travel mentioned in the text?