John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Why is it that many of these viruses originate in China? The reactions to the Covid-19 virus of Japan and Taiwan, which are quite close to China, had a very successful outcome in controlling it. They are almost back to normal business now. Masks were applied there too. People were mandated to have masks on public transport. They reacted in a different way. Where is the science behind the notion of lockdown? Where is the proven analysis that the type of lockdown that was applied here in Ireland actually works, related to Farr’s law, where the bell graph comes into clear sight?

I would also like to ask about public transport and flights, particularly in the context of Ireland. How can we reopen safely the transport network, on which we rely so heavily for tourism?