The Government has warned large social gatherings involving alcohol “aid the spread of the virus” hours after they cleared the way for outdoor parties of 200 people. “It is important to stress that these continued restrictions are based on public health advice,” it added. They said this is why the remaining Covid-19 restrictions mainly relate to indoor activities and to live events and mass gatherings. The Cabinet Committee on Covid-19 was told 1,782 new cases of the virus were recorded today. The Government also committed to developing a clear road map for the sustainable re-opening of activities in the live entertainment, culture and arts sectors.

Source: Irish Independent August 06, 2021 16:07 UTC