600 construction workers may die if action not taken, Dáil told

The Dáil has heard that up to 600 construction workers could die from Covid-19 if stronger safety measures are not put in place.
600 construction workers may die if action not taken, Dáil told
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Fri, 27 Mar, 2020 - 06:00
Aoife Moore

The Dáil has heard that up to 600 construction workers could die from Covid-19 if stronger safety measures are not put in place.

TDs reconvened yesterday to enact new emergency housing and health measures.

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