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Covid-19 Pandemic

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 December 2021

Wednesday, 8 December 2021

Questions (139)

Neasa Hourigan

Question:

139. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Health the advice offered by the HSE in relation to ensuring children have properly fitting face masks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60619/21]

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Written answers

The Government, at its meeting on 30 November, agreed that face masks/coverings be recommended for those aged 9 and over on public transport, in retail and other indoor public settings as currently required for those aged 13 and over, with exemptions as appropriate.

Face masks/coverings are also recommended for children in third class and above in primary school and the Department of Education has published a guide on how to use face coverings specifically for parents and children in 3rd to 6th Class. This guide includes information on how to check the fit of a face mask and how to safely remove and dispose of a face mask. This guide can be found online: assets.gov.ie/205932/b625c5d0-4f21-436e-ba04-8a1beafa717e.pdf

It should be noted that this is a temporary, interim measure and will be reviewed in mid-February 2022. The continued importance of other public health measures will continue to be emphasised.

The HSE also provides information more generally on when and how to wear a face covering and this is available online: www2.hse.ie/conditions/covid19/preventing-the-spread/when-to-wear-face-covering/

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