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The 5 at 5: Friday
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Pubs serving food can reopen on 29 June but with table service only
All other pubs can reopen on 20 July – three weeks earlier than originally planned.
'He was a very slight lad, and appeared unfit at times. Then all of a sudden, he'd get the ball and do a bit of magic'
How Damien Duff reached the very top as a player, and what he has been doing to ensure his coaching career is just as successful.
'New level of respect and acceptance' experienced by gardaí during Covid-19 restrictions
The Policing Authority published its fourth report into the use of new garda powers since 8 April.
8 impressive Dublin properties up for auction in June - including a home on the canal for €230k
Here's what's on offer with BidX1 later this month.
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No wedding bells for the time being as guidance on marriage ceremonies earmarked for later phases
Advice on weddings will be considered by health officials later.
'High-risk engagement': Hairdressers to remain shut until 20 July
You’ll have to wait a bit longer.
Greyhound racing to resume without spectators from Monday
The government today announced the next phase in the lifting of lockdown restrictions, with groups of up to 15 people allowed to return to outdoor, non-contact training.
Funerals of up to 25 attendees permitted from Monday as church services set to resume from 29 June
The provision for funerals and religious services was announced by the Taoiseach today.
All travel restrictions within Ireland to be lifted on 29 June
Cabinet have signed off on an escalation of the government’s roadmap today.
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'Phase Two Plus' to go ahead on Monday, pandemic payments to continue until August: Today's Covid-19 main points
Here are the main coronavirus stories you need to know today.
Playgrounds set to re-open from Monday
The government announced that children can return to playgrounds as the country embarks on Phase Two.
Groups of up to six people allowed to meet indoors or outdoors from Monday
Up to 15 people can also meet for outdoor sporting activities, including summer camps for children.
Most shops to reopen from Monday — shopping centres to reopen from 15 June
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has confirmed that some business restrictions will be lifted from Monday.
Taoiseach announces 'accelerated' roadmap: Here's how Ireland now plans to reopen by 20 July
There will be four phases of easing Covid-19 restrictions, rather than five.
UK backtracking on key Brexit commitments, says Michel Barnier
EU chief negotiator Michel Barnier lamented that no progress had been made in the fourth round of post-Brexit trade talks
Pandemic payments to continue until August, with reduced PUP for part-time workers from 29 June
It follows a cabinet meeting today.
Over 32,000 people sign petition calling for government to end Direct Provision
The system was set up as a temporary measure in 1999.
UK human rights watchdog to launch inquiry into racial inequalities surrounding Covid-19
The EHRC said it was a “once in a generation” opportunity to tackle deep-seated inequalities.
Investigation into late reporting of 244 cases of Covid-19 finds Mater Hospital acted legally
Controversy arose last month after it emerged that there was a delay in the reporting of the cases.
'I haven’t told many friends about the racist encounters on the football field'
Kerry All-Ireland winner and current Australian Rules player Stefan Okunbor on his experiences of racism in Ireland.
OPW confirms majority of Phoenix Park gates to remain closed to vehicular traffic
Many gates in the park were closed in March following the introduction of Covid-19 restrictions.
Glock pistol and MDMA tablets worth €360,000 seized in Dublin
Three men were arrested, and they can be held for up to seven days.
Only the US and UK have more Covid-19 deaths than Brazil as toll exceeds 34,000
A further 1,473 deaths in the space of 24 hours saw the death toll in Brazil overtake Italy’s.
New York police officers suspended after 75 year-old shoved to ground and left in serious condition at protest
A video of the incident by local radio station WBFO went viral after being posted on social media.
The 9 at 9: Friday
Here’s what’s making headlines this morning.
HSE says just one meat plant where contact tracing is at '60-70%'
Minister Simon Harris said yesterday that there “are a number of cases in which there are contact and communications difficulties”.
Poll: Will you wear a mask when you use public transport?
It will be mandatory in England from mid-June but advice on wearing face coverings here is guidance, not a rule.
High blood pressure can double risk of Covid-19 death, study says
The new research was published today in the European Heart Journal.
Professor Sam McConkey: The reality is it could be November before schools are back in full
But Professor McConkey says if we went for a trial return this month, schools could be up and running by September.
More Republicans rebuke Trump over lack of unity in America as memorial service held for George Floyd
After Lisa Murkowski added to the criticism of the president, he warned of the consequences if Republicans turn against him.
Businesses call for detail on Northern Ireland protocol from British government
A Brexit working group of NI businesses said more details were needed to help prepare for 1 January 2021.
Safety expert: 'Some businesses are using return-to-work plans as a fig leaf - they're not sure what it's meant to do'
Workplaces are grappling with the pandemic-related safety requirements ahead of reopening.
Debunked: No, leaving hand sanitiser in your car during hot weather won’t cause it to catch fire
False claims on Facebook suggests the flammable liquid poses a threat if left in a hot car.
Dublin Lord Mayor asks people to sign book of condolence for George Floyd rather than protest tomorrow
So far, 1,900 people have signed the book of condolence for Geroge Floyd whose murder has sparked protests around the world.
Airbnb plans to cut 35% of its Dublin workforce with around 190 jobs to go
Employees are being consulted as part of the redundancy process.
Yesterday’s News
Cabinet set to sign off on Ireland proceeding to Phase Two of reopening
There will be some changes to the published roadmap.
Only three weeks to finalise plans for Brexit checks at ports, warns senior official
The UK government’s Brexit deal means checks are needed at ports in Northern Ireland.
Potential increase in reproductive rate, and face coverings mandatory in UK: Today's Covid-19 main points
Ireland is on course to enter Phase Two of re-opening next Monday.
Hydroxychloroquine study in Lancet pulled after authors couldn't verify data
The now-retracted study found that hydroxychloroquine showed no benefit against the coronavirus – and even increased the risk of dying in hospital.
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Poll: Will you wear a mask when you use public transport?
IN ENGLAND, IT will be mandatory to wear face coverings on public transport from 15 June.
However, the advice to wear face coverings on public transport and in other spaces where social distancing is difficult is guidance for now. It isn’t a strict rule.
Public health authorities have emphasised wearing a facemask is an “additional hygiene measure” with Dr Tony Holohan saying previously it’s not a “magic bullet” to protect against Covid-19.
Social distancing and good hand hygiene is still of vital importance even if you wear a mask, according to health officials.
However, as we progress through the Phases and more of us go back to work, we’re asking you: Will you wear a mask when you use public transport?
Poll Results:
Yes (6343)
No (1530)
Not sure (601)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Professor Sam McConkey: The reality is it could be November before schools are back in full
By Professor Sam McConkey
Wellness Wednesday: Worry is of no use to anyone, especially now in a time of crisis
By Trish Farrell
Counsellor Trish Farrell offers some tips to avoid worry during this time of change.
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