Lanesborough-based photographer, Lee Williamson, took the photo when he was strolling along the banks of Lough Ree.

42 incidents of sexual assault in mental health centres were registered last year nationally, making up 44% of all Serious Reportable Incidents last year.

Over the past week Sligo University Hospital and the Midlands Regional Hospital in Mullingar have imposed visitor restrictions due to a rise in Covid-19 cases.

They say they have received reports of a suspicious blue BMW car in the Carrick on Shannon, Drumsna and Jamestown areas.

Gardaí say the incident occurred at approximately 5.40pm yesterday evening.

Mr Kelly's comments come ahead of a meeting between pilots union IALPA and Aer Lingus tomorrow to try and resolve the dispute over pay.

The hospital says visiting on critical and compassionate grounds will continue to be accommodated.

There are reports that traffic has been reduced to one lane in the area and motorists are advised to exercise caution.