Covid-19: Ireland organizes its return to normal life

The country is gradually lifting restrictions

Gwen Rouviere
by Gwen Le Cointre
6 September 2021, 10:08
Covid-19: Ireland organizes its return to normal life
O'Connell Street - YvonneM - cc

A return to normal life in Ireland? Now that most of the country has been vaccinated, the government is lifting a number of measures to return to the pre-pandemic period. Taoiseach Micheál Martin announced last week that the vast majority of anti-Covid-19 restrictions would be relaxed from October 22.

However, a number of rules are already in the process of being lifted, effective this Monday, September 6. It’s sure to put a smile back on Irish faces!

Changes as of September 6, 2021

New concerts allowed, even indoors!

From now on, live music makes its comeback in Ireland! Concerts will be back to normal, and crowds will once again be allowed into the concert halls! Concert halls will be able to use up to 60% of their capacity, provided that participants are fully vaccinated or have recovered from the virus within the last six months. (presentation of health pass required).

In the event of a mix of vaccinated and unvaccinated participants, venues will be limited to just 50 people per indoor event.

Whatever happens, the mask will be compulsory, whether you’ve been vaccinated or not. Barrier gestures must be maintained whatever the situation!

For Irish pubs: live music will also be permitted. These establishments will be brought back to life as before… and everyone will be able to enjoy traditional Irish music!

Other relaxations in force

The music sector is not the only one to have experienced good news today. The government has relaxed rules concerning :

  • religious ceremonies
  • cinemas and theaters: authorized to operate at 60% of capacity
  • bus and coach services: authorized to operate at 75% of their capacity

Further easing set for September 20

In a fortnight’s time, Ireland will enter a new phase in its return-to-normalcy program. As a result, the working population will have to make a gradual return to offices and other workspaces. Bye bye teleworking: it’s time to get back to the office and get back to normal!

Finally, indoor group activities such as sports and dance will be authorized with a maximum capacity of 100 people… provided they are all fully vaccinated.

As for outdoor activities, they should almost all be authorized by then!


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