“My message this evening is a difficult one… we have received stark advice… that requires the reintroduction of a number of restrictions.” Taoiseach
Taoiseach: "As a country we pulled it back... our hospitals held. We are among the best in the world in vaccination rates. By tonight close to 950k of our must vulnerable will have received a third dose."
"We have stabilised the surge... however, just as we were getting a handle on it... reports emerged of a potentially dangerous variant."
Govt quick to frame this around Omicron.
Govt quick to frame this around Omicron.
"We will do whatever we reasonably can to stop this variant"...
Taoiseach says restrictions on travel can limit but not stop Omicron.
Taoiseach says restrictions on travel can limit but not stop Omicron.
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"If Omicron takes hold, the potential for a very serious crisis is obvious. The CMO has been exceptionally clear in his advice to Government... The risk of going into Christmas without some restrictions... is just too high."
"If Omicron takes hold, the potential for a very serious crisis is obvious. The CMO has been exceptionally clear in his advice to Government... The risk of going into Christmas without some restrictions... is just too high."
From 7 December:
Table service only, 1m between tables, six adults per table, no multiple table bookings, closing time remains at midnight.
Max 50% capacity at indoor events. Must all be fully seated. Facemasks to be worn at all times when not eating or drinking.
Table service only, 1m between tables, six adults per table, no multiple table bookings, closing time remains at midnight.
Max 50% capacity at indoor events. Must all be fully seated. Facemasks to be worn at all times when not eating or drinking.
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