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01.08.2021 / 12:23

10,000 people attended walk-in vaccine centres yesterday

The Chief Executive of the HSE has said that 10,000 people availed of walk-in Covid-19 vaccination centres around the country yesterday.

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NI mass vaccination centres see surge of activity amid first dose deadline

Mass vaccination centres in Northern Ireland saw a surge in activity today as they administered first doses to adults for the last time.

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Walk-in Covid-19 vaccine clinics operating across bank holiday weekend

Dozens of walk-in Covid-19 vaccination clinics are operating throughout the country across this bank holiday weekend.

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Clear signal for live entertainment return by next month

The Government will be in a position to give a clear signal on a reopening plan for the live entertainment industry by the end of August, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media Catherine Martin has said.

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Further rise in number of patients in hospital with Covid-19

There has been a further rise in the number of people in hospital with Covid-19.

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First of the walk-in vaccine centres open today

The first of the walk-in Covid-19 vaccination centres, operating over the bank holiday weekend, will open today.

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1,361 new cases of Covid-19 with 160 in hospital

The Department of Health has been notified of 1,361 new cases of Covid-19.

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HSE 'hopeful' maternity units will comply with access guidelines

The Health Service Executive has said it is working with maternity units to help them comply with guidelines allowing partners to accompany pregnant women in certain circumstances.

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Ageism made impact of Covid-19 worse on older people, claims new report

The end-of-life wishes of many older people were not sought or honoured during the pandemic, according to a new report from Irish NGOs.

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Watch: Latest HSE Covid-19 briefing

The CEO of the HSE, Paul Reid has said Ireland's vaccination programme is a "great example" to the rest of Europe.

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Government to examine increasing Croke Park crowds

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has indicated that the Government will look at increasing attendances at next month's All-Ireland finals and semi-finals.

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Return to office from September anticipated as measures ease - Ryan

Minister for Transport, Climate Action and Communications Eamon Ryan has said he expects that many workers will return to the office from September, as a further easing of Covid-19 restrictions are considered.

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Stormont ministers to consider easing international travel restrictions

Stormont ministers will consider a range of proposed relaxations to Covid-19 rules on international travel later today.

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Cancer surgeries cancelled amid Covid-19 hospital surge in Belfast

A number of scheduled cancer surgeries have been cancelled in Belfast to free up staff to deal with increasing Covid inpatients.

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5 takeaways from the latest NPHET briefing

At today's briefing by the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET), health officials said that they were confident of a high uptake among parents for vaccination of children.

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Covid-19: 1,408 new cases, 26 patients in ICU

The Department of Health has reported 1,408 new cases of Covid-19.

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No appointment needed: Find a walk-in vaccine centre near you

Some vaccination centres now allow walk-in vaccinations on certain days and times without an appointment.

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1,120 new Covid-19 cases with 142 people in hospital

The Department of Health has confirmed 1,120 new cases of Covid-19.

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Children will not require Covid-19 vaccine to attend school - Donnelly

Children will not have to be vaccinated against Covid-19 to attend school, the Minister for Health has confirmed.

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Northern Ireland music venues reopen with COVID restrictions

coronavirus restrictions last week (via BBC News).Yesterday (July 26), the Northern Ireland Executive agreed that such live establishments would be able to open once again from 6pm BST this evening. Rehearsals and performances will now be allowed, with no restrictions on volume levels.However, some rules will remain in place.

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Foley confirms plans for 'full return' of schools

The Department of Education is preparing for a full return of schools this autumn, Minister Norma Foley has confirmed.

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Govt set to approve Covid vaccines for 12-15 year-olds

The Covid-19 vaccination programme is to be extended to include 12 to 15 year-olds, RTÉ News understands.

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People urged to register for Covid-19 vaccine amid case rise

Public health officials have urged anyone eligible to register for a Covid-19 vaccine to do so, as the vaccine portal opens to people aged 16 and 17 years old from today.

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Court asked to order inquiry into Covid-19 care home deaths

A High Court challenge has been launched over the State's refusal to hold a public investigation into Covid-19 related deaths in nursing homes.

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Covid-19: 1,345 new cases, 141 in hospital

The Department of Health has been notified of 1,345 new cases of Covid-19.

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Theatre and concert halls reopen to indoor audiences in Northern Ireland

The Northern Ireland Executive has agreed to lift more Covid-19 restrictions.

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Minister confident schools will reopen as planned

The Minister for Education has said she has "every confidence" that her department "has the capacity for the full reopening of schools in late August, early September".

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Govt seeks more data on patients with Covid in hospital

Data on the number of patients who are admitted to hospital due to Covid complications compared to those who test positive after being admitted for other reasons is being sought by the Government.

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Hoteliers call for clarity on wedding guest numbers

Hoteliers are calling on the Government to make a clear announcement on wedding guest numbers this week.

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Contact tracing change to indoor dining regulations - RAI

Indoor dining in restaurants and cafes resumes today for the first time since last December with many pubs opening for the first time since March last year when Covid restrictions came into effect.

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5 things you need to know as indoor hospitality reopens

Restaurants, cafés and bars can reopen their doors for indoor eating and drinking today, operating under strict new public health regulations.

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Covid-19: Further 1,126 new cases, 123 in hospital

The Department of Health has confirmed 1,126 new cases of Covid-19. There are 123 people in hospital, up 18, and 22 people in ICU, up one.

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Govt to sign off on indoor dining guidelines

Fáilte Ireland has said that the Government is expected to sign off on guidelines for indoor dining in pubs and restaurants, which is set to resume from tomorrow.

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Hospitality rules a 'minefield' says restaurant owner

Volpe Nera restaurant in Blackrock in Dublin is among the 25% of restaurants across Ireland that are not reopening for indoor service on Monday.

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Anti-vaccine passport protests take place in Dublin and Belfast

Protesters have held demonstrations in Dublin and Belfast protesting against the Covid-19 vaccine passport and other restrictions.

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Covid-19: 1,345 new cases, 105 people in hospital

The Department of Health has confirmed 1,345 new cases of Covid-19. There are 105 people in hospital, 21 of whom are in ICU.

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25% will not reopen indoor dining - RAI chief claims

Chief Executive of the Restaurants Association of Ireland Adrian Cummins has said that a quarter of Irish businesses will not reopen for indoor dining immediately.

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Those recovered from Covid can get cert online

A new online application facility has been opened to allow members of the public to apply for a Covid Recovery Certificate without contacting the helpline.

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Four deaths linked to Covid-19 occurred in Northern Ireland in the latest week to be analysed by statisticians.

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Nolan warns of 'real trouble' if infection levels rise to high

The Delta variant of Covid-19 remains a "significant challenge" and how big the next wave is depends on what people do to protect themselves in the coming weeks, according the chair of the Irish Epidemiological Modelling Advisory Group.

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Final meetings on indoor dining rules

Final meetings to agree the legal rules for indoor dining will take place this morning.

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Harris expects vaccines for 16-17 age group by 'early August'

The Minister for Further and Higher Education expects the vaccine portal for 16 to 17-year-olds to open in "early August".

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Covid-19: 1,189 new cases and 95 people in hospital

The Department of Health has been notified of 1,189 new cases of Covid-19.

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'Sharp rise' in travel-related Covid infections - Glynn

The number of Covid-19 cases related to overseas travel has increased "very sharply" recently, according to Deputy Chief Medical Officer Ronan Glynn.

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Decision on easing most restrictions in NI is delayed

Stormont ministers have delayed final decisions on the majority of Covid-19 relaxations proposed for Northern Ireland next week.

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Fontaines D.C. pull out of Latitude after band member contracts COVID

Fontaines D.C. have pulled out of this weekend’s Latitude festival after a band member tested positive for COVID-19.The Irish five-piece were also due to play a gig in Lincoln tonight (July 22) but have had to pull out last minute due to the diagnosis.Posting a statement on Instagram, the band said: “We regret to announce that during routine testing, a band member tested positive for Covid-19 this morning.

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Working safely during coronavirus (COVID-19)

Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland)These guides cover a range of different types of work. You may need to use more than one of these guides as you think through what you need to do to keep people safe.There is different guidance for:Guidance for people working in, visiting or delivering to other people’s homes can now be found in the relevant guides below.Step 4 – from 19 JulyEngland has moved to Step 4 of the roadmap.

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