Local businesses across the Shannonside region, shut for much of the pandemic, have been reacting to details of government's re-opening plans.
The cabinet is due to meet this afternoon to sign off on plans that would give a road map to the hospitality, non-essential retail and personal services sectors on when doors can be opened to the public again.
While it's expected that the Taoiseach will formally announce the easing of restrictions in a live address this evening, much of the detail has already been leaked to the press.
Many businesses across the region have been cautiously reacting to the news this afternoon.
Robbie Connaughton from Barber Bobs in Athlone would see his barber shop re-open under the new guidelines on May 10th.
Speaking to the Joe Finnegan Show, he says while Hair dressers may need more time to get stocked up to open, Barber shops will be ready to go on May 10th:
Manager of the Slieve Russel Hotel in Cavan, Tony Walker, says early indications suggest that staycations will be a huge part of helping the hospitality industry to recover.
With Bookings for the summer already coming in overnight and this morning:
