The COVID-19 situation in Ireland continues to be of concern with a of factors now responsible for the increased daily case numbers. These include increased levels of social contact, adherence to basic public health protective measures and levels of immunity across the population.
The current level of COVID-19 is having a significant and sustained impact across all aspects of the health service including hospitals, Intensive Care Units (ICUs), public health, testing and tracing services, general practice, as well as the broader primary care services.
Taking of all these factors into consideration and following public health advice, the government has announced a range of measures aimed at interrupting the spread of COVID-19 in the community.
Coming into place immediately