Covid-19 Tests

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 July 2021

Thursday, 1 July 2021

Questions (440)

Michael Ring

Question:

440. Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Health if provisions are in place for an adolescent with very profound sensory issues who has to travel for essential reasons but who is not able to withstand the PCR test due to their sensory issues in view of the requirement for same on re-entry to Ireland. [29054/21]

Written answers

Minister for Health

Under SI No. 135/2021 passengers travelling to Ireland are required to have evidence of a negative result from a PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival. International travel policy is kept under continuous consideration informed by the international epidemiological situation and public health advice.