IRELAND is moving cautiously through the Recovery phase of the pandemic. Significant progress has been made – Reopening plans for April, May and June have been completed.
We continue to ease restrictions in a careful manner through July – new rules are in place allowing for non-essential International travel and Ireland has implemented the European Digital Covid Certificate.
On Tuesday, the Government has decided that, as provided for in the Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2021, Indoor Hospitality can recommence on 26 July 2021
Thanks to the considerable support of the Irish people, our vaccination programme continues to progress at pace with over 5 million doses administered, over 65% of people fully vaccinated and over 75% partially vaccinated. Anyone aged 18 and over can now register for a vaccine.
Our Economic Recovery Plan provides clarity on supports and charts a course to help people get back to work.
The Government continues to follow its plan to review and monitor the control of the virus and follow the prevailing public health advice in support of, and to protect, a safe and gradual reopening. The incidence of the Delta variant in Ireland poses a significant risk, particularly to those who are not yet fully vaccinated.
Government urges people and businesses to exercise caution and to redouble their efforts in practicing the basic measures that continue to provide protection against Covid19 – everyone should choose outdoor activities ahead of indoors, particularly those who are unvaccinated.
It is important to practise all good public health behaviours – social distancing, handwashing and respiratory etiquette. If indoors, good ventilation is essential – poorly ventilated or crowded indoor locations should be avoided.
