Creches restriction entry to 14 days for kids returning from holiday
It's in an effort to stop the Delta variant taking hold Read more
Over 18s can register for mRNA vaccine from tomorrow
Anyone over the age of 18 can register for an mRNA vaccine from tomorrow. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly says this is happening as the vaccination programme is ahead of schedule. It means every adult in the country can now receive either the Pfizer or Moderna... Read more
Non-essential international travel resumes for the first time in 16 months
Over 22,000 people are expected to pass through Dublin Airport today Read more
Vaccine portal opens for 18-24 year olds today
People aged 18-30 can already receive a Janssen vaccine from a pharmacy. Read more
1,377 new cases as key indicators of virus spread at highest levels since February
The coronavirus positivity rate is now 8.4 per cent, while the State is also reporting its highest five-day average of cases since February Read more
Ban on intercounty travel now needed to contain Covid surge, prof says
'React locally, at a minimum, before we have found ourselves in trouble nationally' Read more
Registration will open for an mRNA vaccine for those aged 25 to 29 from tomorrow morning
It's expected that appointments will be made in the coming weeks. Read more
Dating apps to give free “super likes” to Irish users who show support for Covid-19 vaccine
The HSE's "For us all" campaign will work with dating brands including Tinder, Match, OK Cupid, Hinge and Plenty of Fish. Read more
Unvaccinated urged to remain vigilant as cases hit highest peak since February
The Department of Health confirmed there had been 783 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Ireland in the past 24 hours on Wednesday. Read more
Dáil passes legislation on indoor dining for fully vaccinated people and those who have recovered from Covid
There were no Government rebels on the vote and it was voted through by 74 votes to 68. Read more