The Department of Health has confirmed 1,120 new cases of Covid-19. There are 142 people in hospital who have tested positive for coronavirus, up one since yesterday, 27 of whom are in ICU, a rise of two overnight.
Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, said: "Almost 70% of our population is now fully vaccinated and today the vaccination programme has been extended to 12-15 year olds who will also be able to register for an mRNA vaccine. "Following advice from the National Immunisation Advisory Committee, which has been approved by Government, I encourage parents and guardians of those aged 12-15 years of age to register them for a vaccination as soon as the opportunity arises. "The vaccination programme has received high uptake to date.