'High probability' of a measles outbreak in Ireland, says health minister 

Stephen Donnelly is urging parents to ensure children under the age of 10 receive an MMR vaccine and there are proposals to launch a catch-up programme at schools and colleges

Stephen Donnelly has urged parents of children under 10 to ensure they receive an MMR vaccine, as concerns grow over an outbreak. File picture: Getty Images

There is a “high probability” of a measles outbreak in Ireland, the health minister has said, after a risk assessment was carried out.

Stephen Donnelly has urged parents of children under 10 to ensure they receive an MMR vaccine, as concerns grow over an outbreak.