And the latest Department of Health statistics, highlight Lifford-Stranorlar as having jumped to a 602.6 incidence rate despite the restrictions. Read MoreThe incidence rate for Ireland per 100,000 is 88.2, underlining why restrictions had to be installed in Co Donegal. The second highest figures in the country are in Celbridge, Co Kildare, which recorded a 305.2 incidence rate per 100,000. Kimmage-Rathmines in Dublin recorded the third highest figures at 282.8 - the county’s highest and despite Dublin being into a second week of Level 3 restrictions. Areas with highest Covid rates:Lifford-Stranorlar, Co Donegal: 602.6 incidence rate per 100,000.

Source: Irish Independent October 01, 2020 19:43 UTC