Belfast mayor Frank McCoubrey has warned that tighter coronavirus restrictions may be introduced unless more people adhere to rules around social distancing and the wearing of masks.
The DUP councillor said he was concerned by a rise in hospital admissions and in the number of people who are testing positive for coronavirus.
"Everyone has an important role to play in stopping the spread of this virus but there are still people who are not adhering to the public health advice around hand washing, face coverings, and social distancing," he said.
He added: "The last few months have been an exceptionally difficult time for communities right across the city, and no one wants to see us go back to tighter restrictions or a more widespread lockdown, but unless people take their personal responsibilities seriously, unfortunately that may become necessary."
Mr McCoubrey urged people in Belfast to adhere to official advice, particularly those going shopping or to a restaurant.
“These are challenging times for us all, but now is the time for people to pull together with renewed commitment to doing everything within their power to help stop the spread of Covid-19," he said.
