New coronavirus restrictions have come into force here in Germany - as it attempts to slow the spread of the Omicron variant. With New Year's Eve approaching, the government is placing tighter limits on public and private celebrations. It's also urging those still unvaccinated to get the jab. Just before the new restrictions took effect, people protested in cities across the country.

Germany's Constitutional Court has ordered parliament to immediately issue laws protecting people with disabilities in pandemic-related triage situations.

Triage is the process of prioritizing patients for treatment, for example if hospitals are unable to cope with demand for intensive care. The case was filed by a group of people with disabilities and pre-existing conditions. They expressed fears they would be denied treatment if the pandemic pushes hospitals to their limits.

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