Don't focus on restrictions being dropped in other countries, WHO doctor tells Ireland

Dr David Nabarro, from the World Health Organisation, said he is concerned that the more transmissible Delta variant is becoming more widespread in Ireland. Picture: Larry Cummins

The incidence rate of Covid-19 has increased in every county over the past week, according to the deputy chief medical officer.

Dr Ronan Glynn says there have been 7,700 cases in the past seven days - up 88% on the previous week.