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Four More COVID-19 Deaths In Ireland

Jack Quann
Jack Quann

05:51 8 Jun 2020


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Four more people have died from COVID-19 in Ireland.

Latest figures also show there are nine new cases here.

It brings the overall death toll to 1,683, while there are 25,207 confirmed cases.

It comes as the country entered phase two of the Government's roadmap to re-open.

Many shops have re-opened, while people's travel limits have been significantly extended.

People can now travel within their own county, or up to 20km their your home, whichever is greater.

Groups of up to six people  can meet indoors or outdoors, once they keep at least two metres apart.

While groups of up to 15 people can meet for outdoor sporting activities.

Those who are over 70 or medically vulnerable can welcome a small number of visitors into their home, with physical distancing.

Shops can open no earlier than 10:30am and also should provide dedicated hours for those who are over 70 or in an at risk group.

People are being encouraged to shop locally, shop safely and support businesses in their community.

Other changes include that up to 25 people can now attend funerals.

Public libraries can re-open as can supervised playgrounds and outdoor camps for children, once there are no more than 15 people involved.

Marts are also re-opening and greyhound racing can resume without spectators.


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