Another meat factory worker has tested positive for Covid-19 - this time at ABP Foods in Cahir County Tipperary.
The company says the case was confirmed last Friday and all close contacts are self-isolating.
It comes after another outbreak in the county on a mushroom farm in Golden last week.
Local Councillor, Maureen McGrath says local residents are worried:
"So people are understandably nervous and cautious about this."
"Obviously, the idea of a localised lock-down would be very disappointing and damaging to our local economy, that's just getting back on their feet."
In a statement to Beat news this morning, the company say;
"On Friday, ABP Cahir was notified of a positive Covid-19 test of one of its employees, after being referred for testing as a result of the company’s factory entrance employee assessment procedures.
"In line with HSE and company protocols, all close contacts of the worker are self-isolating and are now undergoing testing. ABP Cahir will continue to take guidance and direction from both the HSE and the HSA in relation to the case."
