I propose to take Questions Nos. 1406, 1436, 1446 and 1459 together.
The immunisation programme in Ireland is based on the advice of the National Immunisation Advisory Committee (NIAC). The NIAC makes recommendations on vaccination policy to my Department based on the prevalence of the relevant disease in Ireland and international best practices in relation to immunisation.On 21 December, the NIAC recommended that those who are fully vaccinated and have had breakthrough laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 infection should delay their booster vaccination for at least three months in accordance with the Immunisation Guidelines for Ireland. The NIAC will continue to examine emerging evidence regarding booster vaccines and will make further recommendations if required.