There are still 39 active clusters of Covid-19 in nursing homes, in areas of high community transmission.
The Department of Health says there's 'great concern' that the rising number of cases nationally will spread to 'vulnerable residents'.
It will tell the Oireachtas coronavirus committee today that cases are currently increasing in nursing homes.
There have now been 994 Covid deaths in these facilities since the pandemic began.
29C Highs In Wicklow With Temperature Warning From Tomorrow
The hosepipe ban remains in place for another two weeks amid this latest hot spell.
Wicklow Wexford TD Wants To Create A "Tobacco-Free Generation"
Suspicious Device Prompts Security Alert In Co. Kildare
Motorists travelling between Kilcullen and West Wicklow may be impacted.
Patients Urged Not To Attend GP Practice In Bray Amid Suspension Order
The Medical Council has issue a strong warning regarding Dr Regine Grah, who is suspended from the Medical Register by order of the High Court.
Anti-social Behaviour In Bray Raised With Justice Minister
Wicklow TD Edward Timmins contacted Minister Jim O'Callaghan as residents in the Boghall Road area report ongoing problems.
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