CoVid-19 Part VII - 169 cases ROI (2 deaths) 45 in NI (as of 15 March) Read OP

castletownman · 15-03-2020 7:03pm

People clogging up public transport and a&e are just as culpable as those in pubs. Don't let that get in your way of your outrage

Andrew00 · 15-03-2020 7:03pm

Most the rural pubs near me will remain open thats for sure

Akrasia · 15-03-2020 7:03pm

walshb wrote: »

Will Tokyo 2020 go ahead?

Japanese Prime Minister says definitely..

Japan to win gold, silver and bronze in every event when no other countries turn up...

pjohnson · 15-03-2020 7:03pm

Ficheall wrote: »

Had you avoided going to the pub, you could have avoided maybe picking up the virus and passing it on to everyone on the public transport.. Every little helps..

That is way too advanced a concept and too many big words.

You forgot the ultra important "fun".

caveat emptor · 15-03-2020 7:03pm

How probable will it be that martial law is declared?

"The current Irish Constitution allows for martial law if the government declares a state of emergency, however capital punishment is prohibited in all circumstances, including a state of emergency."

Seems likely we'll declare a state of emergency based on the prep going on. Any suggestions on top tips for surviving martial law? I guess don't answer back is up there.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martial_law#Ireland

is_that_so · 15-03-2020 7:04pm

Mr.S wrote: »

Requested to shut. I am sure we will see 1 or 2 remain open tonight.

And I bet some rural pubs will remain open

A few non-compliant pubs are easier to target.

Funsterdelux · 15-03-2020 7:04pm

Mr.S wrote: »

Requested to shut. I am sure we will see 1 or 2 remain open tonight.

And I bet some rural pubs will remain open

Rural pubs have operated a social distance policy for years or at least their patrons have

BattleCorp · 15-03-2020 7:04pm

begbysback wrote: »

Newly reported cases are drastically down, would say they are taking every precaution to prevent spreading to other cities, also there must be an element of guilt from that part of the world, at this stage they must be seen to be doing absolutely everything.

Do you really believe the figures out of China? Really?

Andrew00 · 15-03-2020 7:04pm

Lundstram wrote: »

Simon Harris doesn't look in good shape on the news. Hope he's looking after himself.

He really doesn't. Hopefully everything is OK with him

walshb · 15-03-2020 7:04pm

castletownman wrote: »

People clogging up public transport and a&e are just as culpable as those in pubs. Don't let that get in your way of your outrage

Public transport is more a societal need than drinking..

Can’t cover every possible area. It’s about being logical, and using common sense.

But unfortunately, what we’ve all learned from this crisis, is that common sense is far from common.

Pacing Mule · 15-03-2020 7:04pm

For reasons seemingly unknown to the staff themselves OBriens off licences have directed stores to shut at 8pm tonight. Wonder what they know that we don't?

Naggdefy · 15-03-2020 7:05pm

Lundstram wrote: »

Simon Harris doesn't look in good shape on the news. Hope he's looking after himself.

Thought the same. Stress is a killer. Hope he's ok.

KaneToad · 15-03-2020 7:05pm

castletownman wrote: »

People clogging up public transport and a&e are just as culpable as those in pubs. Don't let that get in your way of your outrage

Do you think those in A & E are there for the craic? Moron.

saabsaab · 15-03-2020 7:05pm

As others have said I'd assume that we have 2000 with the virus here now especially with the returnees from Cheltenham and many Italians before the close down last Friday.

That is one in every 2500 thousand. Doesn't sound like much but in a city how many people will you cross paths with in any day 400, 500? So give that a week and you may have been exposed.

Try to avoid indoor places with still air or being close to anyone for any length of time.

Buses, trains and dart should have disinfectant sprays on and people well spaced apart or they aren't safe from now on.

Cash is also a vector and should be avoided too,

Funsterdelux · 15-03-2020 7:05pm

caveat emptor wrote: »

How probable will it be that martial law is declared?

"The current Irish Constitution allows for martial law if the government declares a state of emergency, however capital punishment is prohibited in all circumstances, including a state of emergency."

Seems likely we'll declare a state of emergency based on the prep going on. Any suggestions on top tips for surviving martial law? I guess don't answer back is up there.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martial_law#Ireland

Exactly, dont be a smartarse

Ulysses Gaze · 15-03-2020 7:05pm

castletownman wrote: »

People clogging up public transport and a&e are just as culpable as those in pubs. Don't let that get in your way of your outrage

You just keep telling yourself that. Good lad.

take everything · 15-03-2020 7:05pm

Ulysses Gaze wrote: »

Cans from an offie? No problem.You're drinking at home therefore limiting social interaction.

Consistently moaning about not being able to go for a few scoops at the boozer for a few days? You probably need to see someone after this crisis is over.

I'm genuinely amazed at how little people can go without drink. I never thought Ireland had such a drink problem. Very sad. People seem to need drink the way they need food.

ShooterSF · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

completedit wrote: »

It’s not that simple. So do the staff of these pubs. They need money to pay utilities.

I know a lot of staff in my town. I am a bartender of 17 years and any I have talked to feel the same so.... I. DO. NOT. WANT. MONEY. IN. EXCHANGE. FOR. PUTTING. LIVES. AT. RISK.

But thanks for your concern.

Tootsie_1 · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

Andrew00 wrote: »

He really doesn't. Hopefully everything is OK with him

I’d say he hasn’t slept in days , can’t believe I’m worrying about Simon Harris a sign of the times ...

pjohnson · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

castletownman wrote: »

People clogging up public transport and a&e are just as culpable as those in pubs. Don't let that get in your way of your outrage

Public transport should be less clogged now less people need to go to work with the closures. The alco's will probably be having vigils outside their beloved pub or crying into pillows so shouldnt be on it either.

Nijmegen · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

Another 40 rise...

https://twitter.com/newschambers/status/1239251460501704705?s=20

Cazale · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

Another 40 cases.

Shn99 · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

40 new cases

statesaver · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

Andrew00 wrote: »

Most the rural pubs near me will remain open thats for sure

Why don't you get your notebook out and take names, ffs

castletownman · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

KaneToad wrote: »

Do you think those in A & E are there for the craic? Moron.

Don't call me a moron. You bollix.

Spanish Eyes · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

I doubt the panic about the procurement of alcohol applies to the majority of people, but realistically a couple of beers or a few glasses of wine in the bunker might help a lot of people chill out in a confinement period.

Same all over the world really. Mass gatherings in pubs is a totally different matter, and will be stopped PDQ.

ACitizenErased · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

40 new cases today.

igCorcaigh · 15-03-2020 7:06pm

Will we go as far as Spain?

"The streets are deserted. Shops, restaurants, tourist sites and many hotels are boarded up as people are told they are only allowed to leave their homes for essentials.

Police cars slowly circle the empty streets, stopping occasionally to usher people on.

One group of bemused tourists I saw eating sandwiches in the sunshine of a square were swiftly told to leave, as police reminded them that it's "forbidden" to sit or stand in the streets."

wakka12 · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

40 again

pjohnson · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

castletownman wrote: »

People clogging up public transport and a&e are just as culpable as those in pubs. Don't let that get in your way of your outrage

Public transport should be less clogged now less people need to go to work with the closures. The alco's will probably be having vigils outside their beloved pub or crying into pillows so shouldnt be on it either.

NIMAN · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

regedit wrote: »

I think all retail outlets excluding food stores should close for teh foreseeable future.. We are relying the Government stopping the outbreak while people are inherently acting irresponsibly! Look at webcams form last night and even some places today...

This exactly.

The Gov here are taking decisive action to curb this. Compare us to the UK if you want proof.

But you will still have many moaning about how the Gov aren't doing enough, they should do this, that etc.

Gov can't do this on their own. They need ALL OF US to help stop this virus. And we all can help.

Blanco100 · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

Lundstram wrote: »

Simon Harris doesn't look in good shape on the news. Hope he's looking after himself.

Absolutely huge pressure on his shoulders, type of thing you can waffle or bluff your way through. Not suggesting he would, but no hiding place here he will have to show real acumen.

Funsterdelux · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

How many, say it again

walshb · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

Nijmegen wrote: »

Another 40 rise...

https://twitter.com/newschambers/status/1239251460501704705?s=20

And this on a Sunday...be higher and higher weekdays coming..

Xertz · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

I honestly think Simon Harris and probably quite a few other Irish ministers for health have been given impossible tasks over the years. In business the role would be called 'a widow maker' as it's basically a job nobody can succeed in. The ones who escaped unharmed tended to either disappear out of the job very quickly, or back some positive public health measure like the Smoking Ban.

I'm not saying the policies have been great or that the reforms have been radical enough to make a big difference, but they've been generally very well intended and I honestly think the comparisons with right wing Tories and all of that is a bit nonsensical. The system is a complex mess and has been for decades and needs radical reform.

All I could say is right now, he's doing a his best. He's communicating facts well and he's taken some pretty seriously tough decisions in the face of what are often very powerful vested interests and we haven't melted down into some kind of chaotic mess, as is apparently happening in some of our peer countries.

If out of this horror, a true public health system somehow emerges at least that will be something we can chalk down to the legacy of this nightmare.

Sometimes a crisis like this can be what changes a system. It's how the NHS emerged after WWII.

On a personal level though, I wish him well and hope we all succeed in this, no matter what nuance of Irish politics we're looking in at this from, we're all on the same page when its comes to this.

ACitizenErased · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

https://twitter.com/rtenews/status/1239251785996480515?s=20

froog · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

40 new cases.

statesaver · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

Shn99 wrote: »

40 new cases

No big jumps, has to be welcomed

Shn99 · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

214 on the island of ireland

hairyslug · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

How long should it take before we see the results of schools and pubs closing.

Nijmegen · 15-03-2020 7:07pm

Nijmegen wrote: »

Another 40 rise...

https://twitter.com/newschambers/status/1239251460501704705?s=20

First of 700 updates on the number of new cases, yay!

169 now in ROI and 214 on the island. We need NI to cop on and join the measures we're taking, or close the border.

05eaftqbrs9jlh · 15-03-2020 7:08pm

RTÉ reporting 40 in RoI, 169 total here

11 new in the North
214 on the island

Toffeeboy · 15-03-2020 7:08pm

40 cases today

alroley · 15-03-2020 7:08pm

hairyslug wrote: »

How long should it take before we see the results of schools and pubs closing.

2 or so weeks I'd say.

Lord TSC · 15-03-2020 7:08pm

hairyslug wrote: »

How long should it take before we see the results of schools and pubs closing.

Between 1-2 weeks.

completedit · 15-03-2020 7:08pm

Looks like we will be okay I reckon.

EDit · 15-03-2020 7:08pm

Hey everyone, don’t think anyone’s posted this yet, but there are 40 new cases today

Steer55 · 15-03-2020 7:09pm

fits wrote: »

He has aged some amount.

Weird position for them to be in. I thought they handled Brexit well and they are handling this well. And thanks to FG we have an emergency fund to throw at this too. But they’ll never be thanked for it.

They are handling this exceptionally well, when you compare them to the inept crowd across both sides of our shores they absolutely fantastic. Many more lives will be saved dye to their extraordinary decision making. Well done to each and everyone of our great leaders.

Nijmegen · 15-03-2020 7:09pm

Germany closing its borders is confirmed by the govt.

https://twitter.com/tom_nuttall/status/1239252208744640512?s=20

Tea drinker · 15-03-2020 7:09pm

Deleted User wrote: »

I had to drive from Navan to Dublin to drop some supplies into my father in law who can’t get out much. He really needed it.

What shocked me was the amount of people out and about. People out walking, people stopped chatting, people going into shopping centres not for the supermarket, people going barbers etc. Kids out and about.

Almost all of it appeared to be very unnecessary!

What’s the point in closing anything if people just can’t stay in?

We need a much harsher message from our government and have choices taken away from us.

I've no problem with people out walking stocking up on Vitamin D and getting some fresh air to build immunity, feel better about their situation.
Large groups of Kids playing together or adults going to the pub etc, doesn't really need much comment.

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CoVid-19 Part VII - 169 cases ROI (2 deaths) 45 in NI (as of 15 March) Read OP