40 Covid-related deaths notified in past week as 1,453 cases confirmed

Dr Tony Holohan reminded people of the importance of working together to break the chains of transmission as 1,453 cases of Covid-19 were confirmed. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

The Chief Medical Officer has said the response to the vaccination programme has been heartening as 91% of the population over the age of 16 are fully vaccinated.

Dr Tony Holohan reminded people of the importance of working together to break the chains of transmission as 1,453 cases of Covid-19 were confirmed.