Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 May 2020
678. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Health his views regarding all members of the public wearing face masks when they are out in public and whether or not home-made face masks would be beneficial in circumstances in which such face masks cannot be purchased by members of the public during the Covid-19 crisis; his further views on whether this should be mandatory; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5770/20]
View answerOn 15 May the Government published guidance on face coverings as part of its actions under Phase 1 of the Roadmap for Reopening Society & Business. The guidance is available here: https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/aac74c-guidance-on-safe-use-of-face-coverings/.
Guidance from the HSE is also available here: https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus/face-masks-disposable-gloves.html
Under the guidance it is recommended that everyone wear a face covering in situations where it is difficult to practice social distancing, for example in shops or on busy public transport. Advice in relation to home-made face coverings is also provided.
