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Three counties are facing a move to level three of the government’s coronavirus roadmap after a spike in cases in recent weeks.
Donegal, Waterford and Louth face anxious wait as NPHET meets today to decide if further action is needed.
One of the key metrics that health experts will use to assess whether they will join Dublin at level three is the incidence rate of confirmed cases per 100,000 residents.
Donegal has seen a big jump in this statistic, now with an incidence of 106.9. In comparison, capital was recommended for new restrictions after reaching a rate of between 80 and 100.
Meanwhile, Waterford is currently at 98.1, while Louth is at 97.8.
It should be noted that Dublin moved to a modified version of Level Three in which so-called “wet pubs” remained closed and all indoor meals were banned.
However, the government’s official road map suggests that indoor dining rooms and “wet bars” could be allowed to remain open, at the discretion of health officials.
Here is a complete list of Level Three restrictions that could go into effect for three other counties:
Social and family gatherings
In your home or garden
Depending on the predominant public health council for the county or other defined geographic area:
Visitors from another household up to a maximum of 6 people only OR your own home only.
Other environments outside your home or garden
Social or family gatherings should not take place in other settings.
Wedding
Up to 25 people can attend a wedding ceremony and reception.
Organized indoor meetings
These are controlled environments with a designated event organizer, owner, or manager.
For example: business, training events, conferences, theater and cinema events or other artistic events (excluding sport).
Organized meetings should not be held indoors.
Meetings organized outdoors
These are controlled environments with a designated event organizer, owner, or manager. For example: outdoor arts events, training events.
Meetings of up to 15 people can be held.
sports
Training
Outdoors: Non-contact training only in groups of up to 15 (exemption for professional / elite / inter-county / senior club sports).
Indoor: individual training only. There are no exercise or dance classes.
Matches and events
There will be no matches or events.
Waiver: Professional / Elite / Inter-county / Club / Horse Racing may take place behind closed doors.
Gyms, leisure centers and swimming pools
Gyms / leisure centers / swimming pools open with protective measures, for individual training only.
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Religious services
The services move online. Places of worship remain open for private prayer.
Funeral
Up to 25 mourners can attend.
Museums, galleries and other cultural attractions
All places closed.
Libraries will be available for electronic services and call and collect.
Bars, cafes and restaurants (including hotel restaurants and bars)
Additional restrictions for eating indoors.
Damp pubs
Stay open with additional restrictions.
Nightclubs, discos and casinos
Nightclubs, discos and casinos will be closed.
Hotels and accommodation
Open but limited services to residents.
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Retail and services (for example: hairdressers, beauticians, barbers)
Face covers must be worn.
Open with protective measures in place.
Job
Work from home unless absolutely necessary to attend in person.
National trips
Stay in your county (or other defined geographic area) apart from work, education, and other essential purposes, if applicable.
Schools, early education and child care services, adult and higher education
Schools and nurseries are open with protective measures.
In addition, higher and adult education to intensify all appropriate protective measures and limit the congregation as much as possible.
Outdoor Playgrounds, Play Areas, and Parks
All remain open with protective measures in place.
Transport
Face coverings to wear.
Walk or bike whenever possible.
Public transport capacity will be limited to 50%.
Essential workers and essential purposes only.
Those over 70 and the medically vulnerable
People aged 70 and over and the medically vulnerable must judge the extent to which they interact with others and in activities outside the home.
Specific guidance will be provided.
Long-term residential care facilities (nursing homes and nursing homes)
Visits suspended, regardless of critical and compassionate circumstances.
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