A public health expert says it's only a matter of time before there's significant spread of the Indian variant to Ireland.
Up to three-quarters of new cases in the UK are of the Indian strain and it's spreading.
It comes as 436 cases of Covid 19 have been confirmed in the Republic and 39 people are being treated in intensive care.
UCC Professor of Public Health Ivan Perry says the Government should think about putting Britain on the mandatory hotel quarantine list
Weekend Cold Snap To Provide Brisk Shake Up To Interminable Rainy Monotony
Temperatures are expected to plummet over the next 24 hours as the country is hit by an arctic blast
Greystones Fishermen Still Struggling Despite Harbour Settlement Warns Senator
Despite a legal settlement aimed at resolving lengthy disputes, issues remain for fishermen and families in Greystones according to Senator Aubrey McCarthy
Kilkenny Hurling Legend Helps Wicklow GAA Expand Profile With Fans App
Wicklow GAA signs up to SocialTies digital platform boosting its community engagement with local clubs, while increasing its digital revenue with a supporters app
New Plan Approved For Greystones Delgany Kilcoole.
The framework will guide future development in these Wicklow areas.
Rás Tailteann Returns to Wicklow with Baltinglass Stage Finish
The return of the Rás is expected to deliver a significant tourism and economic boost for Baltinglass and surrounding areas, with large crowds anticipated to line the Wicklow roads.
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