But, he emphasised, it is possible to avoid the worst outcomes by co-operation, responsibility, resolve and by acting together for the common good. Varadkar’s Government has managed its preparations for the inevitable spread of the virus here with resolution. Both Varadkar and Minister for Health Simon Harris have been admirably clear, calm and realistic. Public acceptance of and co-operation with any further restrictions will be greatly enhanced if the Government’s plans seem to be working. Like so much else in this crisis, our politics is in uncharted waters.

Source: The Irish Times March 19, 2020 00:00 UTC