Top Four Things you need to know - Wednesday June 2nd
The top four things you need to know for Wednesday June 2nd.
Cork's Hotels and B&Bs are welcoming back guests for the first time in more than 5 months today.
Guesthouses and self-catering accommodation can also reopen, as part of the government's planned easing of restrictions.
The Irish Hotels Federation says today's reopening will result in more than 30,000 staff returning to work over the summer.
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The Port of Cork is to fence off sections of it's quays ahead of the bank holiday to prevent large crowds from gathering.
Gardai had to clear people socilaising from the quays over the weekend after hundreds gathered.
There were 12 arrests for public order offences in the city on the Saturday.
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The HSE's registration system for a Covid-19 vaccine opens today for people aged 40 to 44.
44-year-olds can sign up online or by phone today and 43-year-olds tomorrow.
The health service says it expects appointments will be scheduled from the middle of this month.
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The chief medical officer says the country will remain 'vulnerable' in June and July because a large amount of the population won't be vaccinated.
Dr Tony Holohan says no assurances can be given that the level of Covid-19 will remain similar to recent weeks.
In a letter to the Health Minister, he expressed concern about variants, particularly the Indian strain.
More from Cork
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Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
Councillor Joe Kavanagh will be handing over the mayoral chains outside of City Hall for the first time ever on June 18th due to the pandemic
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Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
Eating too much meat can increase the risk of serious illnesses by as much as 30%.
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International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
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UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
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Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
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UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
The two year-old was rushed to hospital with traumatic head injuries