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Another 309 new cases of coronavirus have been announced tonight and one death has been reported.
The figures were released by the National Public Health Emergency Team tonight.
Yesterday, Dr. Ronan Glynn, Acting Medical Director, expressed concern about the increase in cases in both Dublin and Limerick.
The number of coronavirus cases in Ireland has surpassed 30,000, standing at 30,080, while sadly the death toll now stands at 1,778.
The two counties are among three others, Carlow, Kildare and Tipperary, which have a coronavirus incidence rate of more than 50 per 100,000 people in the past two weeks.
Dr. Ronan Glynn, Acting Medical Director of the Department of Health, said; “182 of the current cases are in Dublin and at least 44 of them are associated with community transmission.
“I urge everyone to follow public health advice and stay away. Don’t underestimate the risks associated with any of your interactions, even with your family, friends, or coworkers. Now is not the time to lower your guard: assume that you or those you know can be contagious and act accordingly. “
Meanwhile, Ireland’s ‘wet pubs’ were finally given the green light to open their doors once again on September 21 following an announcement today.
The cabinet has agreed on a definite date for when the “wet bars” can reopen after mounting pressure from publicans and politicians.
Pubs that don’t serve food will reopen on September 21, but will be subject to local restrictions if they arise.
Draft guidelines for Vintner’s groups, produced by Fáilte Ireland, were issued over the weekend and are very similar to those issued for pubs that have been serving food.
But time slots of 105 minutes would not be a requirement where a social distancing of two meters can be maintained.
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