Jim O'Callaghan
Question:673. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Health if he plans to seek an extension of the provisions of Part 2 of the Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Act, 2021 due to expire on 9 October 2021. [45245/21]
View answerTuesday, 21 September 2021
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The Health (Amendment) (No 2) Act 2021, which expires on 9 October 2021, provides for the lawful operation of certain indoor premises subject to certain conditions, notwithstanding restrictions in place in relation to such premises. This Act further provides for a robust and enforceable system of verification of the health status of certain persons including vaccination or recovery status and confers powers on the Minister for Health regarding enforcement and other related matters.
The extension of the provisions referred to by the Deputy are currently under consideration.