Organisation: NPHET

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Fergus Finlay
SFergus Finlay: Ireland should take pride in how it responded to the covid-19 crisis
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Terry Prone: Revisionism isn’t always a bad thing — and it may help us learn from mistakes
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Three years after covid closed the country, do we really need an inquiry?
Sunday, March 12, marks the third anniversary of when Ireland went into lockdown, as the covid pandemic swept the globe. Now, an inquiry into how the State handled the pandemic is promised but what, if anything, is it likely to achieve?

Sun, 12 Mar, 2023

Coronavirus - Wed Jun 10, 2020
HSE chief: Masks could be made mandatory again as Covid cases surge
Paul Reid told the Irish Examiner the measure could return as hospitalisations have risen threefold in three weeks

Mon, 20 Jun, 2022

TCD will not hold inquiry into botched Holohan secondment
TCD will not hold inquiry into botched Holohan secondment
Senior academics have expressed their anger at the proposed move for the outgoing chief medical officer.

Thu, 21 Apr, 2022

Memo on Holohan's move to Trinity does little to clear up confusion
Memo on Holohan's move to Trinity does little to clear up confusion
The actions of Department of Health secretary general Robert Watt will remain under scrutiny, write Daniel McConnell, Elaine Loughlin, Paul Hosford, and Aoife Moore

Fri, 15 Apr, 2022

Mary Horgan and Luke O'Neill among members of new group that will replace Nphet
Mary Horgan and Luke O'Neill among members of new group that will replace Nphet
Ventilation expert Prof John Wenger will also be a key member of the advisory group, which will have approximately half the number of members as Nphet ha

Fri, 08 Apr, 2022

Covid-19 media briefing
Irish Examiner View: Pastures new, but same grass for Tony Holohan
For many, this latest episode again demonstrates the disconnect between those in the corridors of power and everyday citizens who are struggling to make ends meet.

Thu, 07 Apr, 2022

Coronavirus - Wed Jan 12, 2022
Government to sign off on new public health authority today
The group is to succeed Nphet but will have a different, wider remit, sources have confirmed to the 'Irish Examiner'

Tue, 05 Apr, 2022

Mary Horgan portrait
Professor Mary Horgan honoured for her leadership during pandemic
Her portrait is just the third female portrait to hang in the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland in its 368-year history.

Mon, 28 Feb, 2022

FILE PHOTO It is understood that Dr Tony Holohan has indicated to the Government that yesterday’s meeting of the National Public
Some Nphet members argued to keep Covid vaccine passes to 'reassure' vulnerable populations
Members also said the requirement to keep using the pass could help boost vaccine uptake, though others disputed whether this was actually the case

Wed, 23 Feb, 2022

Covid-19 Press Conf Thursday 17th June 2021
Holohan recommends phasing out of Nphet and PCR testing for under 55s
"Notwithstanding the need for continued vigilance in these areas in particular, we are now entering a transition phase of the pandemic response," Dr Holohan said

Fri, 18 Feb, 2022

Varadkar warns that 'the pandemic isn't over' despite Nphet disbandment plans
Varadkar warns that 'the pandemic isn't over' despite Nphet disbandment plans
Speaking in Tipperary, Tánaiste acknowledged challenge around rural housing provision

Fri, 18 Feb, 2022

Brexit
Taoiseach says mandatory mask-wearing will 'no longer apply' next month as 8,593 new cases confirmed
However, he stressed the guidelines will remain in healthcare settings and on public transport

Fri, 18 Feb, 2022

Covid-19 Press Conf Monday 4th January 2021
Irish Examiner view: The end of Nphet is not the end
Ireland's National Public Health Emergency Team is being stood down but effectively its work goes on 

Fri, 18 Feb, 2022

Covid Media Briefing Wednesday 20th October 2021
Elaine Loughlin: What is Nphet's legacy?
After governing under its security blanket, which imposed some of the most severe restrictions on our liberty since the foundation of the State, the coalition will now have to start making its own decisions

Fri, 18 Feb, 2022

Coronavirus - Wed Jun 10, 2020
Trade unions slam Nphet advice to end mask-wearing 
Unions representing teachers, public transport workers and retail staff have criticised the recommendation to relax mask-wearing requirements in workplaces, public transport, and schools

Thu, 17 Feb, 2022

Katherine Zappone appointment
Harris says Govt will 'act swiftly' to end mask-wearing if Nphet recommends as 9,441 new cases confirmed
Mr Harris said that public health advice would guide regulations, and it was the "clear intention" of the Government to wind down restrictions

Thu, 17 Feb, 2022

Coronavirus - Mon Mar 8, 2021
Facemasks will be scrapped in schools immediately if Nphet advises
Education Minister Norma Foley says she will accept the advice that comes out of tomorrow's Nphet meeting

Wed, 16 Feb, 2022

Brexit
Martin says masks should continue to be worn even if not mandatory 
Taoiseach says that while Omicron has proved to be less serious, this may not be the case for all variants

Sat, 12 Feb, 2022

Changes to Covid close contacts rules to take effect from midnight Thursday 
Changes to Covid close contacts rules to take effect from midnight Thursday 
Stephen Donnelly welcomes Nphet's 'positive' recommendation to relax restrictions on people who have had booster shots and don't have symptoms of Covid 

Wed, 12 Jan, 2022

Nphet 'is no old boys club' — We meet the women behind the acronym
Nphet 'is no old boys club' — We meet the women behind the acronym
It's seen as a boys' club where men in suits make profound decisions impacting disproportionately on women and children. In fact, Nphet is one of the only pandemic taskforces in the world with gender parity. Niamh Griffin meets the women behind the acronym

Sat, 08 Jan, 2022

CC STAND UP AWARENESS WEEK
Schools will reopen on Thursday, department confirms
ASTI call comes as ministers concede privately that Nphet advice on close contacts is 'disproportionate and unfeasible'

Tue, 04 Jan, 2022

Covid Media Briefing Wednesday 20th October 2021
Minutes of Nphet meeting reveal messaging fears of shift to antigen tests
Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan 'accepted' a move to antigen testing would present challenges when communicating that message after months of dismissing it as an option

Mon, 03 Jan, 2022

Coronavirus - Fri May 7, 2021
Daniel McConnell: After four full lockdowns a different approach is required
THE start of a new year is a time to take stock, assess how things stand, and to examine how some items can be improved.

Sat, 01 Jan, 2022

'We have yet to see the true impact of Christmas celebrations', says public health specialist
'We have yet to see the true impact of Christmas celebrations', says public health specialist
Professor Cathal Walsh of the University of Limerick warned that due to constraints in testing, thousands of cases could be missed 

Fri, 31 Dec, 2021

GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS RE COVID SURGE; COVID19; OMICRON VARIANT
Tony Holohan: Asking young people to limit social contacts not 'finger-pointing'
Chief Medical Officer pointed out that one in six young people were not yet vaccinated and that one million people over the age of 40 had not yet come forward for their booster dose

Wed, 22 Dec, 2021

Yvonne Redmond: We need a way to talk to loved ones taken in by conspiracy theories
Yvonne Redmond: We need a way to talk to loved ones taken in by conspiracy theories
Many of us lost loved ones in the pandemic — not just to Covid, but also to anti-vaccine sentiment that is damaging families and friendships

Wed, 22 Dec, 2021

Here we go again . . . so much for a 'meaningful Christmas'
Here we go again . . . so much for a 'meaningful Christmas'
The recommendations sent to the Government leaders late last night came as yet another hammer blow to pubs, cafes and venues

Fri, 17 Dec, 2021

CC COVID SCENES
Government to defy Nphet and implement 8pm closing time
Covid Omicron surge in Ireland prompts suggestion of a major clampdown on pubs and restaurants and on sporting events

Fri, 17 Dec, 2021

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Damage limitation: How to have a safe and healthy Christmas season
It's supposed to be the most wonderful time of year, but it's all too easy to let the party mood influence your decisions. Follow our expert advice to make this a Christmas to remember for all the right reasons 

Fri, 17 Dec, 2021

Coronavirus
Cabinet to agree extra measures as Omicron takes hold 
Christmas restrictions are to be considered as the Covid variant now accounts 27% of all new cases

Fri, 17 Dec, 2021

Donohoe: Cabinet likely to sign off on further Covid restrictions
Donohoe: Cabinet likely to sign off on further Covid restrictions
The finance minister said given the threat posed by the Omicron variant, there is a need to “go further” than the Government had previously thought necessary to contain the spread of the virus

Thu, 16 Dec, 2021

Austin Currie death
Leo Varadkar warns further restrictions likely as Omicron becomes dominant
The Tánaiste expects recommendations on close contacts, social gatherings and international travel to counter the new Covid variant

Wed, 15 Dec, 2021

Christmas Stock
Hopes of a normal Christmas dashed by raft of new Covid restrictions
Ministers also decided that all communications on Covid were now to be managed by and channelled through the Government Information Service

Sat, 04 Dec, 2021

Austin Currie death
Varadkar: Changes to Covid supports will target them to those most in need 
Opposition TDs raise concerns as Tánaiste says Government plans to make changes to EWSS, PUP, and other supports 

Thu, 02 Dec, 2021

Vaccines for young children to arrive within two weeks as Nphet considers more restrictions
Vaccines for young children to arrive within two weeks as Nphet considers more restrictions
HSE is to roll out information campaign so parents are fully informed as inoculation campaign set to start within a fortnight

Thu, 02 Dec, 2021

National development plan
Government to meet Nphet on risks of new variant and 'circuit-breaker' for children
A number of ministers have cautioned that it is "far too early" to predict a return to lockdown, with one senior minister saying "we're not in that space"

Mon, 29 Nov, 2021

Nphet seeks new face mask rules for primary school pupils 
Nphet seeks new face mask rules for primary school pupils 
140,000 vaccine doses for children to arrive in Ireland before Christmas.

Fri, 26 Nov, 2021

Nphet unlikely to recommend more Covid restrictions this week as 3,666 cases confirmed 
Nphet unlikely to recommend more Covid restrictions this week as 3,666 cases confirmed 
TDs were told that therapeutics such as new anti-viral medications, which could be available in January, were showing promising results

Tue, 23 Nov, 2021

'War time': Consultant warns areas of healthcare will shut down if Covid surge continues
'War time': Consultant warns areas of healthcare will shut down if Covid surge continues
Areas of the healthcare system are going to have to shut down if Covid numbers continue to surge according to Dr Catherine Motherway 

Tue, 23 Nov, 2021

Covid-19 Press Conf Monday 1st March 2021
Alison O'Connor: I have a horrible sense that the wrong choices were made this week
Peter Lunn reckons the Irish public want further restrictions to protect us against Covid. He, and they, may well be right

Fri, 19 Nov, 2021

'No guarantees' we won't return to lockdown, warns Taoiseach
'No guarantees' we won't return to lockdown, warns Taoiseach
Micheál Martin said the modelling on Covid case numbers is very worrying, with a peak expected in the coming weeks

Thu, 18 Nov, 2021

Taoiseach won't rule out a lockdown amid spiralling case numbers
Taoiseach won't rule out a lockdown amid spiralling case numbers
When asked if he could guarantee further restrictions would be avoided the Taoiseach said: "Nobody can guarantee anything in relation to Covid-19."

Wed, 17 Nov, 2021

Terry Prone: Some of us want to be like Clint and remain in the saddle after 65
Terry Prone: Some of us want to be like Clint and remain in the saddle after 65
What the hell kind of country is it where only people working for enlightened private companies or who own their own place of employment are permitted to keep working after they hit 65 or thereabouts

Mon, 15 Nov, 2021

Tackling the Covid surge: Remote working and two tests per week
Tackling the Covid surge: Remote working and two tests per week
Nphet suggests Ireland should revert to working from home, while the CMO urges people to break the chain of viral transmission 

Sat, 13 Nov, 2021

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