Over the past 14 days, 289 cases of Covid-19 have emerged in these three counties representing almost half of all cases detected in the State during that time.
Legislation that gives gardaí the legal authority to enforce the restrictions was signed into law on Friday night and will last for the next two weeks. Anyone who refuses to comply with directions from gardaí, under the law signed into force today, a criminal process, which can result in fines of up to €2,500 and terms of imprisonment of up to six months, could be commenced against them.Residents of Kildare, Laois and Offaly can only travel within their own county except for work, medical appointments or vital family reasons.
All indoor gatherings must now be restricted to a maximum of 6 people from no more than three households.Most visits to residential facilities and prisons will not be allowed while over 70s have been told to stay at home as much as possible.
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