The Taoiseach has asked people to stay at home and only venture outside when absolutely necessary. The call came as the Government announced what it called "unprecedented actions" to curb the spread of the Covid-19 virus and avoid hospitals being overwhelmed.
Among the measures announced was the closure of all non-essential retail outlets. So what are the essential retail outlets which can remain open?
The following is the list, as published by the Department of the Taoiseach, of what are considered essential retail outlets. Essential Retail Outlets 1.
Retail and wholesale sale of food, beverages and newspapers in non-specialised and specialised stores; 2. Retail sale of household consumer products necessary to maintain the safety and
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