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The government has extended the pandemic payment schemes. Here's what you need to know
The schemes will last throughout the summer into August. Here’s what it all means.
Dublin City Council says playgrounds will stay closed despite government announcement
The government announced that children can return to playgrounds as the country embarks on Phase Two.
Phase Two (plus): Everything you need to know about the changes set to kick in from Monday
All retail shops to reopen, groups of six allowed to meet, and travel within your own county – some of the measures kicking in from Monday.
GAA announce club fixtures to return on 31 July and county games from 17 October
Club pitches will open from the end of June as the GAA announce their roadmap for the return to action.
Coronavirus: 7 deaths and 28 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The Department of Health released the figures this evening.
Debunked: No, "COV 19" was not found inscribed on a circuit board for a 5G mast
The claim was made in a video that has gone viral on social media.
'New level of respect and acceptance' experienced by gardaí during Covid-19 restrictions
The Policing Authority published its fourth report into the use of new garda powers since 8 April.
No wedding bells for the time being as guidance on marriage ceremonies earmarked for later phases
Advice on weddings will be considered by health officials later.
Greyhound racing to resume without spectators from Monday
The government today announced the next phase in the lifting of lockdown restrictions, with groups of up to 15 people allowed to return to outdoor, non-contact training.
Funerals of up to 25 attendees permitted from Monday as church services set to resume from 29 June
The provision for funerals and religious services was announced by the Taoiseach today.
All travel restrictions within Ireland to be lifted on 29 June
Cabinet have signed off on an escalation of the government’s roadmap today.
'Phase Two Plus' to go ahead on Monday, pandemic payments to continue until August: Today's Covid-19 main points
Here are the main coronavirus stories you need to know today.
Groups of up to six people allowed to meet indoors or outdoors from Monday
Up to 15 people can also meet for outdoor sporting activities, including summer camps for children.
Taoiseach announces 'accelerated' roadmap: Here's how Ireland now plans to reopen by 20 July
There will be four phases of easing Covid-19 restrictions, rather than five.
Pandemic payments to continue until August, with reduced PUP for part-time workers from 29 June
It follows a cabinet meeting today.
UK human rights watchdog to launch inquiry into racial inequalities surrounding Covid-19
The EHRC said it was a “once in a generation” opportunity to tackle deep-seated inequalities.
Investigation into late reporting of 244 cases of Covid-19 finds Mater Hospital acted legally
Controversy arose last month after it emerged that there was a delay in the reporting of the cases.
Only the US and UK have more Covid-19 deaths than Brazil as toll exceeds 34,000
A further 1,473 deaths in the space of 24 hours saw the death toll in Brazil overtake Italy’s.
HSE says just one meat plant where contact tracing is at '60-70%'
Minister Simon Harris said yesterday that there “are a number of cases in which there are contact and communications difficulties”.
High blood pressure can double risk of Covid-19 death, study says
The new research was published today in the European Heart Journal.
Professor Sam McConkey: The reality is it could be November before schools are back in full
But Professor McConkey says if we went for a trial return this month, schools could be up and running by September.
Potential increase in reproductive rate, and face coverings mandatory in UK: Today's Covid-19 main points
Ireland is on course to enter Phase Two of re-opening next Monday.
House parties being 'organised with abandon', warns Chief Medical Officer
Dr Tony Holohan was speaking ahead of a planned easing of Covid-19 restrictions on Monday.
Coronavirus: Five deaths and 38 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The figures were released by the Department of Health this evening.
The next Six Nations could be expanded to become a home-and-away tournament
It’s one of the options currently being considered, according to RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney.
Premier League approves increase in number of substitutes to five per team
Clubs will also be allowed to have nine players on their bench for the remainder of the campaign.
New Hong Kong law bans insults to China's national anthem
Today protesters defied a ban against a mass vigil commemorating the Tienanmen anniversary.
Pandemic Unemployment Payment to be extended for months, but reduced for part-timers
The Taoiseach made the announcement at midday today.
Court rules Gemma O'Doherty and John Waters must pay costs for Covid-19 legal challenge
The judge said that the costs should be limited to the two-day hearing of their application only.
UK warned to brace for 'many job losses' as deaths pass 50,000
Boris Johnson said the UK government will take an ‘interventionist’ approach to support the economy.
Debunked: No, Italy hasn't discovered that Covid-19 is a bacterium rather than a virus
The Covid-19 disease is caused by a virus, not bacteria.
Coronavirus: Irish researchers develop drone that can deliver UV light to disinfect public spaces
The drones could be used at night time to sterilise empty trains, buses and restaurants.
47 new cases and a Black Lives Matter protest set to go ahead: Today's Covid-19 main points
Three deaths were confirmed by health officials today.
Three-month immunity advice for healthcare staff not to be extended to general population
Healthcare staff have been told they can act as if they are immune from Covid-19 for three months after recovering.
Simon Harris back at work after Covid-19 test comes back negative
The health minister said that he was ‘delighted’ to be back at work.
Italy international receives prestigious award for voluntary work in fight against Covid-19
‘This recognition fills me with pride,’ said Maxime Mbanda.
Coronavirus: Three deaths and 47 new cases confirmed in Ireland
The figures were released by the Department of Health this evening.
Dramatic slide in government finances: €6 billion deficit in May compared to €63m last year
The Covid-19 crisis has placed a heavy demand on the country’s finances.
Sweden admits Covid-19 response could have been better amid criticism of 'softer' approach
However, the country’s top epidemiologist defended the decision not to impose a strict lockdown.
Mumbai re-introduces some Covid-19 restrictions ahead of city's first cyclone in 70 years
Cyclone Nisarga is expected to make landfall around 100km from Mumbai this afternoon.
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