Recap as Northern Ireland Executive gives update on schools
It s been reported that pupils in Northern Ireland are not set to return to school until Monday 8th March
The Northern Ireland Executiveheld a press conference where ministers announced the extension of school closures.
The press conference was held via video link at 4.15pm, where the First and Deputy First Ministers confirmed that schools will remain closed until March 5.
Pupils in Northern Ireland are set to remain off school until Monday 8th March, according to BBC News NI.
It s also believed that only some year groups may go back to school on this date if a return is possible.