Minister for Sport Jack Chambers is backing a swift return to full capacity sporting events ahead of the National League and Six Nations kick-offs.
Martin Murphy, who chairs the return of spectators working group that includes the FAI, GAA and IRFU, has claimed that a decision is needed by this weekend if full capacity can be achieved for Ireland's Six Nations opener against Wales on February 5.
Murphy, who is stadium director of the Aviva Stadium, fears a "logistical nightmare" if full crowds are not permitted in time of the championship clash.
