The move is designed to protect both drivers and passengers.
The wearing of face masks is now compulsory in taxis.
The Minister for Health, Wicklow T.D. Stephen Donnelly has signed the regulation into law.
The National Transport Authority has welcomed the move and says it will make journeys safer for passengers and drivers.
Asylum Seekers Moved From Dublin City To Site At Crooksling On Wicklow Border
The Department of Integration say the Crooksling site has "robust, weather-proof tents".
Iarnród Éireann Reminds Customers Of Closures This Bank Holiday Weekend
Customers are advised to check times before travel for service alterations.
Child Benefit Makes Almost 2,000 More Children In Wicklow Eligible.
From next week, Child Benefit will be extended to 18-year-olds in full-time education or with a disability.
No Battery Electric Trains Will Serve Wicklow Town
Wicklow TD Jennifer Whitmore has criticised the government for underdelivering public transport for Wicklow Town.
Wicklow Bus Service To Increase In May
The TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin is increasing its bus services between counties Kildare and Wicklow from next month.
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