Tuesday 20 April, 2021
The new law proposes big fines and imprisonment for anyone caught reselling tickets above the original price.
Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly had asked if the younger groups should be vaccinated first.
The government recommends wearing one in crowded outdoor settings.
The lifting of the 5km travel limit opens up the possibility of a sea swim for more people.
Both Tánaiste Leo Varadkar and Minister for Tourism Catherine Martin have spoken about plans to reopen the hospitality sector for the summer.
Research found that every person over the age of 15 in Ireland drinks, on average, more than 10 litres of alcohol per year.
The pause in bookings has been caused by a high level of walk ins, according to Minister Donnelly.
Leo Varadkar said there is “clear evidence that some people are drifting back to the office or the workplace”.
A number of Covid-19 restrictions will be eased today including the 5km travel rule.
It’s one measure being discussed as society reopens.
There has been an upsurge of complaints about the issue in Dublin.
Business owner Louisa Meehan says the arguments in favour of school uniforms don’t stack up anymore.
The social media firm has been subject to more controversy this week.
It’s been unseasonably cold over the last few days.
Teachers’ unions are considering possible industrial action over the issue.
Antigen tests are quicker but less accurate than the gold-standard PCR test.
Public health officials have urged people to adhere to Covid-19 restrictions.
Under the current Level 5 restrictions, public Mass cannot take place.
A new code aims to give employees the right to switch off from today.
The government changed the vaccine rollout plan yesterday.
Many people have been affected by isolation and a lack of social interaction.
Or should we stick to what we are already due to receive?
Five test centres opened this week across the country.
Government has indicated a slight easing of restrictions is on the cards from 5 April.
Denmark plans to reopen society once all over 50s are vaccinated.
Publicans are calling for guarantees that the rule won’t be a feature once a wider reopening of society begins.
Since January, viewings of properties available to buy or rent have moved online.
The higher education minister wants to see the system adapted to “do better by students”.
The Russian Ambassador to Ireland Yury Filatov said Ireland has yet to ask for supplies of Sputnik V.
From TheJournal.ie
Despite the rise in staycations due to Covid-19, many Irish tourists have still never crossed the border for their summer holiday.
As we head into the spring Government has indicated a slight easing of restrictions is on the cards from 5 April.
Among the range of events featured will be music, poetry, knitting, weaving and wellness workshops and walking, food and history tours.
An MEP has said the Taoiseach should ask the US president to assist Ireland’s vaccine rollout by sharing some doses that are understood to be stockpiled.
Netflix is reportedly considering clamping down on password sharing.
Under current Covid-19 Level 5 restrictions, attendance at funerals is limited to 10 people.
It’s been reported the chimneys may have to be encased in fibreglass or concrete to ensure their survival.
