Health minister warns of potential spike in Covid - 19 cases in NI

By Q Radio news

The health minister is warning of a potential spike in Covid19 cases here in the coming weeks. 

It comes as the Executive meets to review the progress being made on the road to recovery.

Robin Swann says the easing of restrictions must not result in the easing of attitudes: 

The health minister is warning of a potential spike in Covid19 cases here in the coming weeks. https://t.co/3mpOicVA8i

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Meanwhile in the Republic of Ireland the Government’s target of vaccinating 82% of adults with a first dose of Covid-19 vaccine by the end of June can still be met, but may be hindered by a lack of supply, the Tanaiste has warned.

Leo Varadkar told the Fine Gael parliamentary party that people not taking up the vaccine as case numbers drop could also prevent the goal being reached.

The Fine Gael leader said at least 80% of the population needs to be fully vaccinated before next winter.

Party colleagues, including newly elected Senator Maria Byrne, also heard there should be a Dail debate on digital green certs to assist international travel when safe to do so.

Decisions will be made next week regarding the next stage of easing restrictions.

(Stormont's health minister is urging the public not to become complacent as Covid-19 restrictions are eased)