Irish Examiner view: We must remain cautious amid new restrictions

Dissenting voices might challenge the decisions amid a fresh sense of gloom at what's to come, but public health experts make recommendations based on the responsibility of saving lives

Taoiseach Micheal Martin and Health Minister Stephen Donnelly at the post-Cabinet press briefing at Government Buildings yesterday. Picture: Julien Behal

Though yesterday’s Government reimposition of coronavirus restrictions — some new, others variations of earlier restrictions — is disheartening, it appears unavoidable.

Dissenting voices might challenge the decisions amid a fresh sense of gloom at what’s to come and what appear to be the arbitrary nature of some of the guidance dished out, but public health experts make recommendations based on the responsibility of saving lives.