There are 79 more cases of Covid-19 in the Republic and no more deaths.

43 of the cases are in Dublin, nine are in Kildare, 6 in Cork, 6 in Tipperary and the remaining 15 cases are in Mayo, Roscommon, Clare, Donegal, Laois, Limerick, Louth, Wexford and Wicklow.

It brings the total number of cases to 27,755, while the death toll remains at 1,776.

Dr. Ronan Glynn, Acting Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said;

“Firstly I would like to thank the people of Kildare, Laois and Offaly, you have shown an incredible example of solidarity and social responsibility by following the enhanced public health advice for your region. Your actions have saved lives. The epidemiological situation in Kildare means that we must extend the public health measures for a further two weeks. While there is some cause for optimism, the 7 and 14 day incidence rates in Kildare remain very high. Evidence suggests that the measures are working, but more time is required to reduce the number of cases in Kildare.

“We as a nation must show solidarity with Kildare in our collective efforts, especially over the next two weeks, by working together to suppress this virus. We can protect each other by following the public health advice. I am asking all households across Ireland to play your part, reduce your social contacts, wash your hands, keep a 2m distance from each other and wear a facecovering in shops and on public transport. These actions are vital to protect our families and safeguard those who are most vulnerable to the disease.”