Covid-19 Evening Update

Here's a reminder of today's main Covid-19 headlines

There have been 507 newly confirmed cases of Covid-19 today, including 15 new cases in Cork.

The Department of Health has confirmed 10 further people have died with the virus.

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The Taoiseach has described the AstraZeneca vaccine as "very safe".

It comes as the government is expected to lift the suspension of the vaccine later today.

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Employers are being encouraged to stop their staff from returning to the workplace to help reduce the spread of covid. 

Public health experts have warned that people may have to continue working from home for the next four months.

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Gardai have issued a warning that Covid-19 doesn’t take the weekend off for house parties or social gatherings.

It comes as over 2,300 fines have been issued for organising or attending a party.