Several schools in lockdown after disturbing find in play sand
Nearly 70 schools in Australia have had to temporarily close Nearly 70 schools in Australia have had to temporarily close after asbestos was discovered in play sand. Tests of the colourful play sand revealed that it contained tremolite asbestos. Despite it being a naturally occurring form of the substance, it still could be hazardous. Asbestos […]
9 months ago
Calls for Covid measures to be re-introduced as cases rise rapidly
There have been calls for Covid-19 measures to be re-introduced. Medical experts have expressed their concerns about the current spike in Covid cases in Ireland. Over 23,000 cases were reported yesterday alone, which has caused major concern, especially for those in the healthcare sector. Over 60 people are in ICU with Covid and 1,338 patients […]
4 years ago
Here are the Covid restrictions that may be lifted as early as next week
Changes to closing times for hospitality and wedding guest numbers could be coming sooner than expected. There is growing hope that a number of Covid-19 restrictions may be lifted next week. The positive indication comes after the Green Party leader Eamon Ryan said this morning that he expects to see some restrictions be lifted by […]
4 years ago
Musings: I’m beginning to worry that the schools won’t open after Christmas break
They’re saying it won’t happen, but we’ve been told these things before. While the government are saying that they currently have no intention to shut schools or go back to virtual teaching, I can’t help but feel it’s all a little deja vu. From way back at the very start when we were told it […]
5 years ago
Children should avoid indoor parties, sleepovers and play dates, NPHET warns
New warning from NPHET urges kids to cut down on socialising. NPHET has urged parents to cut down on the amount of socialising children are doing. Children under 12 should avoid sleepovers, indoor celebrations, and more in a new warning from NPHET. It has advised parents not to send their children on playdates, to birthday […]
5 years ago
Government reveals who will be given free antigen tests
The Government has ruled out supplying free antigen tests to the wider public. Antigen tests will be given to those in school setting and close contacts of positive Covid cases for free. Speaking on Morning Ireland, Minister Donelly said the cost of the tests will be subsidised. “The advice I have is they shouldn’t be […]
5 years ago