By Q Radio News
Six more people have died as a result of Covid-19 in Northern Ireland in the past 24 hours, according to the latest figures from the Department of Health.
There have been a further 1,001 positive cases of the virus recorded in the same period.
NI #COVID19 data has been updated:
— Department of Health (@healthdpt) October 31, 2021
📊1, 001 positive cases and sadly, 6 deaths have been reported in the past 24 hours.
💉2, 659, 609 vaccines administered in total.
Vaccines➡️https://t.co/Yfa0hHVmRL
The COVID-19 dashboard will be updated on Monday 1 November. pic.twitter.com/bZJ8Ex0nNp
A total of 2, 659, 609 vaccines have been administered so far.
The latest figures come as Nightclubs prepare to open for the first time in 19 months today.
Social distancing rules are also lifted today in all hospitality venues here.
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