As a result of our patience and sacrifice
Taoiseach confirms ‘it is safe’ to go ahead with Phase One of re-opening from Monday
COMMUNITY HEALTH
Small groups of up to four people – family or friends – may meet outdoors within 5km of home
Always maintain social distancing
Exercise must take place within 5km of home
It is recommended that face coverings be worn in public places such as shops and on busy public transport
ECONOMIC ACTIVITY AND WORK
Where it is safe to do so, construction workers can return to work
Farmers’ markets, gardeners and other outdoor workers return to work – social distancing requirements continue to apply
Remote working continues for all others that can do so
The Return to Work Safely Protocol is the operative guide for employers and employees
RETAIL, SERVICES AND COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY
Certain essential retailers and service providers may reopen (listed below)
Garden centres and other retail outlets that are primarily outdoors may reopen
Remote working continues for all who can do so
The Return to Work Safely Protocol is the operative guide for employers and employees
CULTURAL AND SOCIAL
Outdoor public amenities and tourism sites, eg carparks, beaches and mountain walks may reopen provided social distancing can be maintained
Outdoor public sports amenities eg playing pitches, tennis courts and golf courses may reopen provided that social distancing can be maintained
Outdoor sporting and fitness activities, either individually or in groups of no more than four people, are permitted provided that social distancing can be maintained and there is no physical contact
The 5km from home restriction applies to all outdoor activity
TRANSPORT AND TRAVEL
Non-essential overseas travel should be avoided
EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE
School and college buildings may reopen for teachers and staff solely for the organisation and distribution of learning materials, related activities and essential administration
The purpose of school and college opening is solely to facilitate remote learning
Main Retail Activities that may operate from 18th May for essential supplies and services
Food, beverages and newspapers (retail and wholesale); household consumer products for safety and sanitation of homes and businesses; pharmacies and retailers providing pharmaceuticals or dispensing services; Opticians/Optometrists outlets providing hearing test services, selling hearing aids and appliances; Retail of medical and orthopaedic goods in specialised stores; Fuel stations and heating fuel providers, retailers involved in the sale, supply and repair of motor vehicles, motorcycles and bicycles and related facilities; Essential items for health and welfare of animals; Laundries and drycleaners; Banks, post offices and credit unions; Safety items eg work clothes and personal protective equipment (PPE); Hardware stores, builders’ merchants and stores selling supplies and tools essential for gardening, farming and agriculture; Office products and services; Electrical, IT and phone sales, repair and maintenance services