New HPSC guidance published 11/03/2021; implementation 22/03/2021. At framework levels 1 and 2 visits are not limited. This applies regardless of vaccination status. At framework levels 3 and 4 one visit per week by one person should be facilitated on general compassionate grounds. This applies regardless of vaccination status. At framework level 5 one visit every two weeks by one person should be facilitated on general compassionate grounds. This applies regardless of vaccination status. If a high level of vaccination of residents and staff has been achieved two visits per week should be facilitated on compassionate grounds at framework levels 3; 4 and 5. Removal of the limit on duration of visits to 1 hour (unless a limit is required for operational reasons). Residents who have recovered from COVID-19 should be regarded as equivalent to vaccinated residents for 6 months after diagnosis; 22/02/2022: lifting of restrictions.

29/06/2020: Face-coverings will be mandatory on public transport; and should also be worn in shops and any indoor places where social distancing is difficult. 24/08 The government made wearing of face coverings in shops and shopping centres mandatory. In public transport children under 13 do not have to apply.You should not share private vehicles with people from outside your household. If this is not possible; face coverings should be worn when sharing a vehicle. Face coverings must be worn by staff in customer facing roles where no other protective measures are in place e.g. protective screens and where physical distancing of 2 metres is not possible. They must also be worn by customers when arriving to and leaving their tables; 01/12/2021: Face coverings are mandatory in retail outlets; banks; credit unions and post offices; in taxis; in bus and rail stations; on public transport and for workers in customer facing roles in cafés; bars and restaurants. Wearing of face coverings is also recommended in the following circumstances: a) by people visiting the homes of those who are over 70 years of age or who are medically vulnerable b) by people who are being visited in their homes by those who are over 70 years of age or who are medically vulnerable c) if you are travelling in a vehicle with someone you don't live with d) crowded workplaces e) places of worship f) busy or crowded outdoor spaces where there is significant congregation g) in circumstances where 2 metres distance can’t be maintained; 28/02/2022: face masks are no longer mandatory still recommended on public transport and in healthcare settings.

Entertainment venues closed; 26/04/2021: Outdoor visitor attractions can reopen (for example: zoos; open pet farms; heritage sites). Amusement parks are not permitted to open; 10/05/2021: Galleries; museums; libraries and other cultural attractions can reopen with protective measures in place. Nightclubs; discos and casinos remain closed; 07/06/2021: cinemas and theatres can reopen. Outdoor amusement/theme parks/funfairs can reopen; drive-in cinema and drive-in bingo can take place; 27/07/2021: In cinemas and theaters; up to 50 patrons permitted; with protective measures in place; 06/09/2021: Cinemas and theatres will have capacity limits of 60% of venue capacity where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months); 22/10/2021: entertainment and night-time economy sector can reopen only with the full range of protective measures in place and implementation of the COVID-19 pass.

12/03/2020: Closure of museums; galleries and tourism sites.; 15/03/2020: Pubs advised to close until March 29 2020. Note this means pubs will be closed for St. Patrick's Day. This applies to public houses and bars (including hotel bars) from Sunday 15 March.; 24/06/2020: All theatres; clubs; gyms; leisure centres and hair salons are to be shut. (On the 29th of June they open entertainent faciliteis but not night clubs).; 29/06/2020: pubs re-open but only the ones that serve food.

Gyms/leisure centres/swimming pools closed. No training or matches should take place; with some exceptions. No indoor or outdoor exercise group activities; including those involving children; should take place. From 12 April 2021: GAA Training for National Governing Body sanctioned and organised adult inter-county National Gaelic Games Leagues not including under 20 or minor competitions can resume. Elite sport/High performing athletes; as approved by Sport Ireland; can resume. From 26 April 2021: Outdoor sports facilities can reopen (for example: pitches; golf courses and tennis courts; other facilities as appropriate). Underage non-contact outdoor training in pods of 15 or fewer can resume. From 10 May 2021: Outdoor training for adults in pods of a maximum of 15 people can resume.

Gyms; leisure centres and swimming pools can open for individual use only; with protective measures in place. Other leisure facilities such as bowling alleys; pool halls and arcades should remain closed. Outdoor training: Non contact training only in pods of up to 15 (some exceptions). Indoor training: individual training only. No matches or other sporting events should take place (some exceptions that should take place behind closed doors).

Gyms; swimming pools; leisure centres can reopen for individual training only. Outdoor sports matches can take place. From 05/07/2021: Indoor training; exercise and dance activities can recommence in pods of up to 6; 09/07/2021: Outdoor training in pods of a maximum of 15 people is allowed. Gyms; swimming pools; leisure centres are permitted to open for individual training only with protective measures. Swim lessons and classes can take place; but other indoor sporting activities; including matches; group/team training and exercise/dance classes are not permitted. Outdoor sports matches are permitted; with attendance in line with the regulations for organised outdoor events; 20/09/2021: Organised indoor group activities (sports; dance classes) can take place with capacity limits of 100 people (with appropriate protective measures) where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months). Where patrons have mixed immunity status; pods of up to 6 participants will be permitted (excluding adult leaders/teachers). Restrictions on outdoor group activities for participants will be removed; 28/10/2021: Pods of 6 for mixed immunity groups. There is no capacity limit for vaccinated groups; 18/11/2021: indoor groups may have a mix of vaccinated and unvaccinated people indoors; pods of 6 should apply (as before). The “pod of 6” system should be retained for all other settings such as training activities and games as part of training; 10/12/2021: Maximum 50% capacity at indoor sporting events. Participants must be seated. Face masks should be worn at all times unless eating or drinking; 06/01/2022: Indoors sporting events at 50% venue capacity or up to 1000 attendees; whichever is the lower. Outdoor sporting events limited to 50% of venue capacity or 5;000 attendees; whichever is the lower. Organisers of indoor and outdoor group activities should ensure that appropriate protective measures are in place; and where indoor groups have a mix of vaccinated and unvaccinated people indoors; pods of 6 should apply. For children under 18; the “pod of 6” system can be adjusted to allow for indoor games and competition activities only; with all other protective measures remaining in place. The “pod of 6” system should be retained for all other settings such as training activities and games as part of training. Fixed capacity limits will not apply to these indoor and outdoor group activities; 22/01/2022: requirement for pods of 6 for indoor activities and capacity restrictions for outdoor events; including sporting fixtures; are removed.

Indoor hospitality reopens for people who are fully vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 in the past 6 months. The EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) or the HSE Vaccination Card will be the primary evidence used when going into a restaurant/cafe; 22/10/2021: requirement for EU Digital COVID Certificate (COVID-19 pass) (vaccine or recovery certificate) for indoor hospitality and events; with table service of max 10 adults per table. COVID-19 passes and fixed capacity limits do not apply outdoors; 07/12/2021: Table service only (no counter service) with 1-metre distance between tables. Maximum 6 adults per table (maximum 15 persons when including children aged 12 and younger) and masks when not seated at table. Closing time at midnight; 20/12/2021: All restaurants and cafes; excluding take away or delivery services; close at 8pm. This also applies to hotel restaurants; except for overnight residents; 22/01/2022; Restrictions regarding closing time and physical distancing (table service; 1 metre between tables; 6 per table) as well as COVID pass are removed.

People cannot visit each others homes or gardens and no events can be organised indoors/outdoors. Weddings up to 6 guests are permitted. Funerals up to 10 mourners can attend. People may meet with people from one other household in outdoor settings when taking exercise.; 12/04/2021 two households can meet outdoors for social and recreational purposes but not in private gardens. If 2 weeks have passed since you got your second dose of the vaccine; you can meet with other fully vaccinated people from 1 other household indoors without wearing masks or staying 2 metres apart. If you have received the second dose; you have to wait 2 weeks until you can meet other fully vaccinated people indoors.

Visitors to private gardens: maximum of 3 households or 6 people from any number of households. Outdoor gatherings: maximum 15 people.;10/05/2021; indoor private home visiting is permitted (without masks or social distancing) in the following cases: fully vaccinated people can meet indoors with other fully vaccinated people as long as there are no more than 3households present; fully vaccinated people can meet indoors with unvaccinated people from a single household; provided that they are not at risk of severe illness and no more than 3 households are present.;07/06/2021: If you are an unvaccinated household you can have visitors from 1 other unvaccinated household inside your home. Vaccine bonus remains in place for vaccinated households.;05/07/2021: You can have visitors from up to 3 other households inside your home; 09/07/2021: If you or any of the people you live with aren't fully vaccinated - you can have visitors from 1 other household where everyone is not fully vaccinated. There is no limit on the number of people who can visit together if they are all fully vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 9 months. If you are fully vaccinated you can meet indoors with unvaccinated people from a single household; as long as they are not at risk of severe illness and no more than 3 households are present; 10/12/2021: Visits to private homes should be kept to a maximum of 3 other households (that is; 4 households in total); 22/01/2022: restrictions removed.

29/06/2020: Face-coverings will be mandatory on public transport; and should also be worn in shops and any indoor places where social distancing is difficult. 24/08 The government made wearing of face coverings in shops and shopping centres mandatory. In public transport children under 13 do not have to apply.You should not share private vehicles with people from outside your household. If this is not possible; face coverings should be worn when sharing a vehicle. Face coverings must be worn by staff in customer facing roles where no other protective measures are in place e.g. protective screens and where physical distancing of 2 metres is not possible. They must also be worn by customers when arriving to and leaving their tables; 01/12/2021: Face coverings are mandatory in retail outlets; banks; credit unions and post offices; in taxis; in bus and rail stations; on public transport and for workers in customer facing roles in cafés; bars and restaurants. Wearing of face coverings is also recommended in the following circumstances: a) by people visiting the homes of those who are over 70 years of age or who are medically vulnerable b) by people who are being visited in their homes by those who are over 70 years of age or who are medically vulnerable c) if you are travelling in a vehicle with someone you don't live with d) crowded workplaces e) places of worship f) busy or crowded outdoor spaces where there is significant congregation g) in circumstances where 2 metres distance can’t be maintained; 28/02/2022: face masks are no longer mandatory still recommended on public transport and in healthcare settings.

No indoor events; including entertainment; cultural; community and sporting events; will take place after 8pm. In relation to events happening earlier in the day; attendance should be limited to 50% of venue capacity or 1;000 attendees; whichever is the lower. This includes cinemas. This does not affect religious; educational or normal workplace business activity and business events (for example: conferences; trade fairs); 22/01/2022: capacity restrictions for indoor events; including weddings; are removed.

Visitors to private gardens: maximum of 3 households or 6 people from any number of households. Outdoor gatherings: maximum 15 people. From 1005/2021; indoor private home visiting is permitted (without masks or social distancing) in the following cases: fully vaccinated people can meet indoors with other fully vaccinated people as long as there are no more than 3households present; fully vaccinated people can meet indoors with unvaccinated people from a single household; provided that they are not at risk of severe illness and no more than 3 households are present. From 07/06/2021: If you are an unvaccinated household you can have visitors from 1 other unvaccinated household inside your home. Vaccine bonus remains in place for vaccinated households From 05/07/2021: You can have visitors from up to 3 other households inside your home; 09/07/2021: If you or any of the people you live with aren't fully vaccinated - you can have visitors from 1 other household where everyone is not fully vaccinated. There is no limit on the number of people who can visit together if they are all fully vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 9 months. If you are fully vaccinated you can meet indoors with unvaccinated people from a single household; as long as they are not at risk of severe illness and no more than 3 households are present; 10/12/2021: Visits to private homes should be kept to a maximum of 3 other households (that is; 4 households in total); 22/01/2022: restrictions removed.

Parents should aim to reduce socialisation indoors in respect of children aged 12 and younger. Parents are being asked to prioritise their children’s activities by: a) minimising indoor community gatherings and indoor mixed household gatherings b) reducing the risk of exposure to the virus by opting for outdoor activities instead of indoor c) reducing the number of children involved in any particular activity.

Indoor hospitality reopens for people who are fully vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 in the past 6 months. The EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) or the HSE Vaccination Card will be the primary evidence used when going into a pub; restaurant; café or food court to access indoor hospitality. Government will consider further phases of the reopening of hospitality as the epidemiological situation allows; 28/10/2021: Outdoor hospitality can continue to operate for customers who are unable to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination or immunity following recovery. A maximum of 15 people including no more than 10 adults may be seated at a table; 10/12/2021: Table service only (no counter service) with 1-metre distance between tables. Maximum 6 adults per table (maximum 15 persons when including children aged 12 and younger) and masks when not seated at table. Closing time at midnight; 20/12/2021: All restaurants and cafes; excluding take away or delivery services; close at 8pm. This also applies to hotel restaurants; except for overnight residents. Strict social distancing is required in all restaurants; including hotels (reverting to pre-22 October measures): COVID pass required; table service only (no counter service); 1 metre between tables; maximum 6 adults per table (maximum 15 persons when including children aged 12 and younger); no multiple table bookings and no intermingling; masks when not seated at table; 22/01/2022; Restrictions regarding closing time and physical distancing (table service; 1 metre between tables; 6 per table) as well as COVID pass are removed.

Gyms; swimming pools; leisure centres can reopen for individual training only. Outdoor sports matches can take place. From 05/07/2021: Indoor training; exercise and dance activities can recommence in pods of up to 6; 09/07/2021: Outdoor training in pods of a maximum of 15 people is allowed. Gyms; swimming pools; leisure centres are permitted to open for individual training only with protective measures. Swim lessons and classes can take place; but other indoor sporting activities; including matches; group/team training and exercise/dance classes are not permitted. Outdoor sports matches are permitted; with attendance in line with the regulations for organised outdoor events; 20/09/2021: Organised indoor group activities (sports; dance classes) can take place with capacity limits of 100 people (with appropriate protective measures) where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months). Where patrons have mixed immunity status; pods of up to 6 participants will be permitted (excluding adult leaders/teachers). Restrictions on outdoor group activities for participants will be removed; 28/10/2021: Pods of 6 for mixed immunity groups. There is no capacity limit for vaccinated groups; 18/11/2021: indoor groups may have a mix of vaccinated and unvaccinated people indoors; pods of 6 should apply (as before). The “pod of 6” system should be retained for all other settings such as training activities and games as part of training; 10/12/2021: Maximum 50% capacity at indoor sporting events. Participants must be seated. Face masks should be worn at all times unless eating or drinking; 06/01/2022: Indoors sporting events at 50% venue capacity or up to 1000 attendees; whichever is the lower. Outdoor sporting events limited to 50% of venue capacity or 5;000 attendees; whichever is the lower. Organisers of indoor and outdoor group activities should ensure that appropriate protective measures are in place; and where indoor groups have a mix of vaccinated and unvaccinated people indoors; pods of 6 should apply. For children under 18; the “pod of 6” system can be adjusted to allow for indoor games and competition activities only; with all other protective measures remaining in place. The “pod of 6” system should be retained for all other settings such as training activities and games as part of training. Fixed capacity limits will not apply to these indoor and outdoor group activities; 22/01/2022: requirement for pods of 6 for indoor activities and capacity restrictions for outdoor events; including sporting fixtures; are removed.

COVID-19 passes (based on vaccination or recovery) are needed for for cinemas and theatres. Closing times for all on-licensed premises; including hotel bars and hotel residents’ bars; will move to midnight with all customers vacated from the premises by that time; regardless of the event taking place place (for example: weddings; dinner dances and other similar style functions all finish at midnight); 10/12/2021: Maximum 50% capacity at indoor entertainment; cultural; community and sporting events. Participants must be seated and face masks should be worn at all times unless eating or drinking. Nightclubs are closed; 20/12/2021: No indoor events; including entertainment and cultural events; will take place after 8pm. In relation to events happening earlier in the day; attendance should be limited to 50% of venue capacity or 1;000 attendees; whichever is the lower. This includes cinemas. All bars close at 8pm. Strict social distancing is required in all bars (reverting to pre-22 October measures): COVID pass required; table service only (no counter service);1 metre between tables; maximum 6 adults per table; no multiple table bookings and no intermingling; masks when not seated at table; 22/01/2022: restrictions on nightclubs; and early closing time for hospitality and events; are removed.

06/09/2021: Organised indoor events and mass gatherings can take place with capacity limits of 60% of venue capacity where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months). Organised outdoor events and mass gatherings can take place with capacity limits of 75% of venue capacity where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months); 20/09/2021: Organised indoor group activities (sports; arts; culture; dance classes) can take place with capacity limits of 100 people (with appropriate protective measures) where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months). Restrictions on outdoor group activities for participants will be removed; 28/10/2021: Business events/conferences can take place once all participants show proof of immunity. Organised indoor events and mass gatherings are permitted where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID 19 within previous 6 months); or accompanied minors (under 18).

Weddings can go ahead with up to 50 guests for wedding ceremony and reception. The number of mourners permitted at funeral services is 50 people; regardless of size of venue. Attendance at wakes in private homes and at funeral homes is for family only; 05/08/2021: the maximum number of guests permitted to attend a wedding will increase from 50 to 100; 06/09/2021: Live music at weddings will be permitted; 02/11/2021: religious services and weddings can proceed without capacity limits but with all other protective measures remaining in place.

In-person religious services are permitted with protective measures with a maximum attendance of 50 people. Where the size of the premises allows for a capacity of greater than 50 this may be permitted only where: a) social distancing guidelines are adhered to b) the premises can be subdivided into distinct sections (cordoned or marked appropriately) of not more than 50 persons in each section c) there is a minimum of 4 metres between sections d) each section has its own entrance and exit route e) there are separate arrangements for elements of the service involving close contact; for example the distribution of Holy Communion f) strictly no movement of people between sections before; during or after the service g) the premises is well-ventilated; 06/09/2021: All religious ceremonies can proceed with 50% of venue capacity; regardless of immunity status of attendees; 28/10/2021: Organised indoor events and mass gatherings are permitted where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID 19 within previous 6 months); or accompanied minors (under 18).

Entertainment venues closed; 26/04/2021: Outdoor visitor attractions can reopen (for example: zoos; open pet farms; heritage sites). Amusement parks are not permitted to open; 10/05/2021: Galleries; museums; libraries and other cultural attractions can reopen with protective measures in place. Nightclubs; discos and casinos remain closed; 07/06/2021: cinemas and theatres can reopen. Outdoor amusement/theme parks/funfairs can reopen; drive-in cinema and drive-in bingo can take place; 27/07/2021: In cinemas and theaters; up to 50 patrons permitted; with protective measures in place; 06/09/2021: Cinemas and theatres will have capacity limits of 60% of venue capacity where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months); 22/10/2021: entertainment and night-time economy sector can reopen only with the full range of protective measures in place and implementation of the COVID-19 pass.

No organised indoor gatherings (such as large conferences; concerts and shows) are permitted to take place. These are controlled environments with a named event organiser; owner or manager; 06/09/2021: Organised indoor events and mass gatherings can take place with capacity limits of 60% of venue capacity where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months). Organised outdoor events and mass gatherings can take place with capacity limits of 75% of venue capacity where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months); 20/09/2021: Organised indoor group activities (sports; arts; culture; dance classes) can take place with capacity limits of 100 people (with appropriate protective measures) where all patrons are immune (fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within previous 6 months). Restrictions on outdoor group activities for participants will be removed.

Gyms/leisure centres/swimming pools closed. No training or matches should take place; with some exceptions. No indoor or outdoor exercise group activities; including those involving children; should take place. From 12 April 2021: GAA Training for National Governing Body sanctioned and organised adult inter-county National Gaelic Games Leagues not including under 20 or minor competitions can resume. Elite sport/High performing athletes; as approved by Sport Ireland; can resume. From 26 April 2021: Outdoor sports facilities can reopen (for example: pitches; golf courses and tennis courts; other facilities as appropriate). Underage non-contact outdoor training in pods of 15 or fewer can resume. From 10 May 2021: Outdoor training for adults in pods of a maximum of 15 people can resume.

People cannot visit each others homes or gardens and no events can be organised indoors/outdoors. Weddings up to 6 guests are permitted. Funerals up to 10 mourners can attend. People may meet with people from one other household in outdoor settings when taking exercise. Update: from 12 April 2021 two households can meet outdoors for social and recreational purposes but not in private gardens. If 2 weeks have passed since you got your second dose of the vaccine; you can meet with other fully vaccinated people from 1 other household indoors without wearing masks or staying 2 metres apart. If you have received the second dose; you have to wait 2 weeks until you can meet other fully vaccinated people indoors.

New HPSC guidance published 11/03/2021; implementation 22/03/2021. At framework levels 1 and 2 visits are not limited. This applies regardless of vaccination status. At framework levels 3 and 4 one visit per week by one person should be facilitated on general compassionate grounds. This applies regardless of vaccination status. At framework level 5 one visit every two weeks by one person should be facilitated on general compassionate grounds. This applies regardless of vaccination status. If a high level of vaccination of residents and staff has been achieved two visits per week should be facilitated on compassionate grounds at framework levels 3; 4 and 5. Removal of the limit on duration of visits to 1 hour (unless a limit is required for operational reasons). Residents who have recovered from COVID-19 should be regarded as equivalent to vaccinated residents for 6 months after diagnosis.

Gyms; leisure centres and swimming pools can open for individual use only; with protective measures in place. Other leisure facilities such as bowling alleys; pool halls and arcades should remain closed. Outdoor training: Non contact training only in pods of up to 15 (some exceptions). Indoor training: individual training only. No matches or other sporting events should take place (some exceptions that should take place behind closed doors).

Non-essential shops closure: Closed

Restrictive measures mandatory between 21 October 2020 to 03 December 2020

From 21 October (start of Level 5 restrictions): Retail / services (Level 5): Essential retail only. All other retail and personal services closed. Gyms / leisure centres / swimming pools (Levels 4 & 5): Closed. Indoor museums, galleries & other cultural attractions (Level 5): All venues closed - on-line services available. Bars, cafes, & restaurants (Level 5): Take-away food or delivery only. “Wet” (i.e. no food) bars (Level 5): Take away or delivery only.

Events stop: Banned

Restrictive measures mandatory between 21 October 2020 to 03 December 2020

From 21 October (start of Level 5 restrictions): Organized indoor events (Levels 4 & 5): No organized indoor gatherings should take place. Organized outdoor events (Level 5): No organized outdoor gatherings should take place. Exemption - Weddings (changed from original Level 5): Up to 25 guests can attend a wedding ceremony and reception. Exemption - Funerals (Level 5): Up to 10 mourners. Exemption - Sport (changed from original Level 5): Limited. Elite sport will be played. School-aged children can do non-contact training, outdoors in pods of 15.

Indoor gatherings of up to 50 people when conducted in line with public health advice are permissible. 27/07: Social visits to people’s homes should be limited to a maximum of 10 visitors – from no more than 4 other households. 24/08:Indoor and outdoor social visits to people’s homes should be limited to a maximum of 6 visitors from no more than 3 other households. Individual groupings attending these cinemas; theatres and galleries; cafes and restaurants must be limited to six people from no more than 3 households - overall attendance must adhere to an overall limit of 50 people. 06/10: A maximum of 6 people from 1 other household can visit your home. No social or family gatherings should take place in other settings. 16/20: it is now max 2 households.

Pubs advised to close until March 29 2020. Note this means pubs will be closed for St. Patrick's Day. This applies to public houses and bars (including hotel bars) from Sunday 15 March. The government is also calling on members of the public not to organise or participate in any parties in private houses or other venues which would put other peoples' health at risk. On the 29th of June 2020; pubs re-open but only the ones that serve food. on 18/09: Wet pubs open too.