Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 July 2020
1262. Deputy James O'Connor asked the Minister for Health the status of reopening of private parks that contain playgrounds and other children and family play areas; the person or body that has the ultimate responsibility to ensure social distancing is adhered to in such incidences once reopened (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15734/20]
View answerSince the Government confirmed the move to Phase 3 of the Roadmap for Reopening Society & Business from Monday 29 June 2020, all remaining cultural, community, religious, social and sporting amenities and events were permitted to reopen. Public health information and advice about the lifting of these restrictions as part of Phase 3 along with the measures that are now in place are available on the Government website at https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/d06271-easing-the-covid-19-restrictions-on-29-june-phase-3/.
As Minister for Health, I have no function in relation to the reopening of private parks as referred to by the Deputy or any other such private facilities.
The latest public health advice and guidance on Covid-19 related issues, including social distancing is available at the following link: https://www2.hse.ie/coronavirus/
