Duncan Smith (Dublin Fingal, Labour) | Oireachtas source

I thank Dr. Glynn and Professor Nolan for coming today, but also for all the work they are doing day in, day out to try to keep the country safe. It is very much appreciated. They have the toughest job in the country and it is not going unnoticed.

My first question is to Dr. Glynn. I have been in regular communication with my colleague, Senator Wall, and, indeed, residents from Kildare. Can Dr. Glynn envisage any scenario over the next couple of days, if the numbers continue to go down in Kildare, that prior to this weekend there could be a lifting of the restrictions in Kildare? I understand there were five new cases yesterday. Can Dr. Glynn envisage that happening or will they continue until 6 September?