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12.07.2022 / 13:19

High numbers of Covid cases 'a concern' - Taoiseach

The Toaiseach said the "high numbers" of Covid-19 were a concern and that people, in particular those who are not vaccinated, were ending up in hospital.

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Call for Long Covid to be designated as 'occupational illness'

Independent TD Denis Naughten has called for Long Covid to be designated as a "occupational illness for front line workers who contracted the illness during the course of their work".

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At least 9 killed in explosion at Ireland gas station

Emergency services attend the scene following an explosion in Creeslough, in the north west of Ireland on October 8, 2022. - At least nine people have been killed in an explosion at a petrol station in County Donegal in Ireland's northwest, police sa The death toll from a gas station explosion that shattered a small village in northwest Ireland rose to nine on Saturday, as emergency workers combed through piles of rubble for people who are still missing.Irish police said they did not expect to find any more survivors from Friday's explosion in Creeslough, County Donegal.

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Govt to follow public health advice over facemasks

The Taoiseach has said that although Covid-19 is here for "the longer term", the public health advice at the moment is not to go back to wearing facemasks in public places.

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73% fewer Covid patients in hospital since March peak

The downward trend for hospitalisations of people with Covid-19 is continuing with 436 confirmed cases in hospital today, a decrease of 43 since yesterday.

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Coalition leaders to consider Govt approach to lifting mask rule

The three coalition leaders will consider the Government's approach to the lifting of mandatory mask wearing later today, ahead of a Cabinet decision tomorrow.

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Govt urged to examine pandemic response with new review

An infectious diseases expert has called for a national governance review into Ireland's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

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NPHET recommends end to PCR testing for most under-55s

The Taoiseach has said that the Government will be accepting all advice from the National Public Health Emergency Team to lift almost all remaining Covid-19 measures from 28 February.

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Minister defends plans for €1,000 pandemic bonus

Minister for State Patrick O'Donovan has defended the Government's plan to make a €1,000 bonus payment to frontline healthcare workers.

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Govt to continue and extend a number of Covid supports including EWSS

The Government has decided to continue and extend the provision of a number of key Covid-19 supports, particularly the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme.

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Protective measures will remain in place in schools - Taoiseach

The Taoiseach has said that protective measures will remain in place in primary and secondary schools.

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Covid bonus will be rolled out 'as soon as possible'

The Taoiseach has said the €1,000 bonus payment scheme that acknowledges public healthcare workers during the Covid-19 pandemic will be rolled out as soon as possible.

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Taoiseach expresses regret over lockdown halt to home building

The Taoiseach has said that halting construction work on new homes during Covid-19 lockdown is one of the main regrets of his tenure so far.

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Latest Covid-19 restrictions come into effect

Latest restrictions aimed at stemming the spread of the Omicron Covid-19 variant in Ireland come into effect today.

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Worst of pandemic 'could be' ahead of us - Taoiseach

The Taoiseach has said that the worst of the pandemic "could very well be" in front of us.

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HSE says people may receive multiple booster appointments

People may be getting several appointments for a Covid-19 booster vaccine from multiple sources, even if they have already been vaccinated, the HSE has said.

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HSE urges people to attend for booster vaccines

The Health Service Executive has said that people may be getting several appointments for a Covid-19 booster vaccine from multiple sources, even if they have already been vaccinated.

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Health experts to inform dept before media appearances

Public health experts on NPHET will now have to inform the Department of Health before making any media appearances, a Government spokesperson said this evening.

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Hospitality reps to meet Government ahead of restrictions

Representatives from the hospitality sector will meet with the Tánaiste Leo Varadkar and the Minister for Arts, Culture and Tourism, Catherine Martin today amid calls for adequate supports for businesses effected by the latest Covid restrictions.

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Taoiseach says he shares frustrations over new restrictions

The Taoiseach has said he shares people's frustrations and disappointment with the new restrictions announced yesterday evening, which are aimed at curbing the spread of Covid-19.

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At a glance: New restrictions ahead of Christmas

The Government has agreed to introduce new restrictions to curb the spread of Covid-19 ahead of the Christmas season.

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Govt plan not to re-examine PUP 'not a runner' - McDonald

Sinn Féin Leader Mary Lou McDonald has said the Government's position on not re-examining cuts to the Pandemic Unemployment Payment is "not a runner".

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Govt announces return to remote working 'unless absolutely necessary'

People should work from home unless it is absolutely necessary they attend in person, the Taoiseach has said.

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At a glance: Here are the updated Covid-19 restrictions

The Taoiseach has announced fresh restrictions as Covid-19 infection rates surge across the country.

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Cabinet Covid Committee to meet over spike in cases

The Cabinet Committee on Covid-19 will meet this evening to consider what action should be taken to stem the spike in Covid-19 infections here.

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Rise in Covid-19 cases 'concerning' - Martin

The Taoiseach has said there are no guarantees that restrictions will not be re-introduced in relation to Covid-19, with modelling from the National Public Health Emergency Team suggesting the current rise in cases will peak at the end of this month.

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Hospital capacity leaves country 'vulnerable' to Covid-19 impact - SF

The Sinn Féin leader has said the lack of capacity in the health service has left the country vulnerable to the impact of Covid-19.

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More parts of economy to reopen from Friday

The Government has decided that any sectors or businesses due to reopen on Friday can do so but with specific protective measures in place.

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Live venues, nightclubs return in revised reopening plan

The Government has approved plans to reopen more parts of the economy including live venues and nightclubs.

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Coveney: Significant removal of restrictions next week still likely

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Coveney, has said he still believes there will be a significant removal of Covid-19 restrictions at the end of next week.

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Explainer: Why is Ireland administering booster jabs?

In announcing one of many roadmaps out of Covid-19 restrictions on 30 March this year, Taoiseach Micheál Martin said that over 800,000 vaccine doses had been administered in Ireland to date.

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Martin: Covid levels may be on a downward trajectory

The country can take some heart from indications that Covid-19 levels may be on a downward trajectory, according to the Taoiseach.

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Festivals could go ahead in coming weeks - Martin

The further easing of restrictions raises the possibility that some festivals could take place within the coming week, the Minister for Arts has said.

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Taoiseach: NPHET will cease to exist as a separate body

The Taoiseach has said that NPHET will cease to exist as a separate body over time.

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Public transport at full capacity as easing of Covid-19 restrictions begins

Public transport is operating at full capacity across the country from this morning, as the Government implements a phased plan to lift most Covid-19 restrictions by 22 October.

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At a glance: Workplaces, live music, organised events

The Taoiseach has announced plans to lift most of Ireland's Covid-19 restrictions in the next two months, but Micheál Martin said people would have to continue to use their judgement where there may be a risk of catching the virus.

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Bishops give go-ahead for communions, confirmations next month

The Bishops of Clogher and Waterford and Lismore have given the go-ahead for Communions and Confirmations to take place from next month.

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Government to examine increasing Croke Park crowds

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has indicated that the Government will look at increasing attendances at next month's All-Ireland finals and semi-finals.

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Govt set to approve Covid vaccines for 12-15 year-olds

The Covid-19 vaccination programme is to be extended to include 12 to 15 year-olds, RTÉ News understands.

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Ireland to receive €990m in EU grants to support recovery

Ireland is to receive a total of €990 million in EU grants to support recovery in the aftermath of the pandemic.

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Taoiseach says 2 million people in Ireland fully vaccinated against Covid-19

The Taoiseach has said that two million people in Ireland are now fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

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Taoiseach tells FF members he is worried about Delta variant

The Taoiseach has told his Fianna Fáil Parliamentary Party that he is worried about the Delta variant of Covid-19.

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Level of spending during Covid-19 crisis not sustainable - Martin

The Taoiseach has said the level of spending by the Government during the Covid-19 pandemic, is "not sustainable" and must "move to the next stage".

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Next seven days tell all, as Government weighs up vaccination options

What to do in the face of the rising threat from the Delta variant of Covid-19 is a difficult question right now for the Irish Government.

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'Very good progress' in reducing serious Covid illness - Taoiseach

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said that this week will be "the biggest week yet" in terms of the vaccination roll-out.

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Martin says role for antigen testing in society

The Taoiseach has said he believes antigen testing should be used more widely in society.

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Taoiseach suggests some workers could return to the office in August

The Taoiseach has said the Government may signal at the end of this month that some workers can return to their offices by the end of August.

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At a glance: What's in the Economic Recovery Plan

The Economic Recovery Plan sets out how the Government will support the full resumption of economic activity and get people back to work.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0