'We’re not far off a tipping point' - Warning from Bishop as Limerick cases continue to rise

Bishop of Limerick Brendan Leahy has said that we must 'keep up our guard' in the fight against Covid-19 during the informal moments, including religious ceremonies.

Bishop of Limerick Brendan Leahy: “We’re human, we like to socialise and chat. It’s natural we find ourselves letting our guard down and lingering for long periods of time in conversation and banter but forgetting social distance and masks. This can be very dangerous." Picture: Kieran Clancy

Bishop of Limerick Brendan Leahy has said that the public must “keep up our guard” in the fight against Covid-19, especially during informal moments like religious ceremonies.

In a statement issued this morning, Bishop Leahy said Ireland is, "at a tipping-point again" as regards the fight against the spread of Covid-19, and that "individual responsibility could ensure the balance is in favour of public health."