It follows a rising number of Covid-19 cases in hospitals.
The slight pause comes after a recommendation from the country’s National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET).
It is being made even though 89% of those aged over 12 are vaccinated.
Cabinet ministers have decided to continue the use of Covid certificates for the hospitality sector and for entrance to night clubs which will now open for the first time since March 2020.
There will also be greater use of lateral flow tests.
In the past, NPHET has voiced its reluctance to recommend the widespread use of such testing.
Originally, the 22 October plan was end the use of Covid certificates for dining and drinking indoors; to reopen nightclubs and to allow outdoor events without restriction.
Masks would still have to be worn on public transport and in shops.