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14 day incidence rate up 163%
The country's 14-day incidence rate of Covid-19 has increased by 163% in the past month.
It now stands at 1,037 cases per 100,000 people - the first time it's been above 1,000 since late January.
It was only 394 a month ago.
Nearly 5,500 cases were reported yesterday.
Trinity College neuro-scientist, Tomás Ryan, fears they'll get worse.
Tusla Asked To Review Closed Child Cases As Minister Seeks Assurances That There Are No Similar Incidents
It comes as Gardaí examine an area of open land near Donabate for the second day, as part of the search for the seven-year-old, who is presumed dead.
ISPCC Appeals For Volunteers Amid Spike In Calls From Children Struggling With Loneliness
The service is appealing for volunteers at units across the country.
Large Group Of FF TDs Criticise Education Minister Over Handling Of Strike Action By School Staff
Helen McEntee is being accused of being hands off, and the Government TDs want her to outline the steps being taken to end the dispute.
Garda Commissioner Considers The Use Of Tasers By Frontline Gardaí
Fromer GAA Manager Jim Gavin And MEP Billy Kelleher Battle To Become FF's Presidential Candidate
Kildare North Fianna Fail TD James Lawless said competition "is good".
Local School Profile: What Happens When The People Who Keep Schools Running Go On Strike
Up to 30 calls a day are going unanswered, payroll has been delayed, and recruitment for a bus escort is on hold due to Garda vetting processing delays.
Kildare TD Martin Heydon To Lead Fine Gael’s Presidential Campaign For Heather Humphreys
The move was confirmed by Tánaiste and party leader Simon Harris.
Tusla Says Contact With Missing Dublin Boy Ended In 2020 As Search Resumes
The child is presumed dead by Gardaí.
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