News - Masks
Facemasks no longer mandatory in hospital settings
The Health Protection Surveillance Centre says face coverings should still be worn in certain circumstances.
Apr 19, 2023 07:26Mask wearing still effective in fight against Covid- Roscommon GP
Mask wearing can still play a role in the spread of the virus according to the local doctor.
Jun 30, 2022 17:41Longford CF campaigner calls for mandatory mask wearing
It comes as commentators claim we're in a summer wave of Covid 19, with the INMO calling for a return to mandatory masks on public transport.
Jun 20, 2022 13:30Health Expert calls for renewed message on voluntary mask wearing
Hospital infection numbers nationwide are increasing over the last week.
Mar 14, 2022 08:56Cabinet expected to remove mandatory requirement for facemasks today
This will apply in schools, shops and on public transport
Feb 22, 2022 07:24Mask wearing for students to end this month
Meanwhile the National Bus and Rail Union is calling for facemasks still to be made mandatory on public transport beyond February 28th.
Feb 18, 2022 07:58Mask requirements to be dropped if NPHET recommend it- Education Minister
A decision could be made on the issue tomorrow.
Feb 16, 2022 13:35Roscommon woman welcomes return to normality as restrictions ease
NPHET has recommended nearly all restrictions can be dropped - apart from Covid certs for travel and masks on public transport and in shops.
Jan 21, 2022 13:33New rules on masks in schools come into force today
The new rules hope to tackle a major rise in Covid among children under 12.
Dec 1, 2021 07:55Mask wearing to be introduced for children over nine
The requirement in schools will start tomorrow.
Nov 30, 2021 18:09Shannonside Newsletter
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