The chief medical officer says Covid cases are rising sharply among young adults, due to the Omicron variant.
The positivity rate among 16 to 34 year olds has jumped to 25 per cent - one of the highest rates since the pandemic began.
The five-day moving average of Covid cases has also risen above 5,000, after increasing by 16 per cent in the past week.
Dr Tony Holohan says the spike in infections among young adults is down to the new variant.
New Jobs For Arklow On The Way.
Echelon said it will create 1,100 jobs during construction of the new data centre campus in Arklow.
New Action Plan Launched To Improve Water Quality In Wicklow
Major investment in projects to improve water quality has been announced by the Government.
New Funding Supports Announced To Support Local Engagement On Climate Action
A new opportunity has been launched to support local engagement on climate action and the environment .
Planning Application Lodged For Greystones Primary Care Centre
Wicklow TD and Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has today confirmed that a planning application for a major Primary Care Centre to serve the communities of Greystones, Kilcoole and Delgany has been lodged with Wicklow County Council.
Councillors Vote Against Discussion Of Site In Blessington Under Enforcement Order
Wicklow County Council has refused to discuss the on-going issue at Kippure Lodge and Holiday Village in Blessington.
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