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No extra restrictions expected for Christmas as 3,666 new cases reported

No extra restrictions expected for Christmas as 3,666 new cases reported

No extra restrictions are expected to be recommended at NPHET's meeting on Thursday.

That's what the Chief Medical Officer, Tony Holohan, told politicians at a briefing this afternoon.

It comes as the five-day moving average of Covid cases now stands at 4,712.

Today, 3,666 new cases of Covid-19 have been detected in Ireland.

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The latest figures show there are 638 patients in hospital, while in ICU there are 130 - which is the highest since February.

Chief Medical Officer Tony Holohan says they're aware the public's worry around Covid-19 has increased but says people are following the public health advice.

Waterford TD David Cullinane, says Dr Holohan gave him a positive briefing today.

"Well, I think the focus on Thursday seems to be evaluating those existing measures. How are they working? Are they working well? As opposed to looking at any additional restrictions so that's a hopeful message."

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