Ireland will go back into full lockdown for six weeks today to 'save Christmas'

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IRELAND will today be the first European country to return to a nationwide shutdown as Covid-19 cases rocket — in a bid to save Christmas. From midnight all non-essential retail businesses in…

IRELAND will today be the first European country to return to a nationwide shutdown as Covid-19 cases rocket — in a bid to save Christmas.

He said: "I understand the sense of disappointment, loneliness and despair this announcement will bring.The six week lockdown will mean people told to stay within three miles from home.The building industry will not be stopped by the clampdown and people will be able to meet one other household outdoors.The public will be asked to work from home except for essential workers, and pubs, restaurants and cafes will only be able to provide takeaways and deliveries.

Asked about a timeline for introducing new measures as he arrived for a sub-Cabinet meeting on Monday, he said: "We'll decide that.

 

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