With another phase of adjusted restrictions in place across the Republic of Ireland, we now have new choices. If only it was framed as that: a menu of choices from which you choose one or two activities every week or fortnight. Yet when the Government “lifts” restrictions, and “opens up” new spaces and activities, it comes across as permission to do everything. In reality, you can’t have it all, because everything poses some sort of risk, and the more things you’re doing, the more risks you’re taking. Some risks are lower than others – outdoor dining versus indoor dining, for example – but all interactions outside of our households pose risks.

Source: The Irish Times November 30, 2020 01:00 UTC