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No countries will be on the Green List from 12 October

No countries will be on Green List from Monday

The Department of Foreign Affairs has said that from 12 October, there will be no countries on the travel Green List.

Prof Philip Nolan is the Chair of NPHET's Epidemiological Modelling Advisory Group

Limiting contacts key to getting cases down - Nolan

The Chair of the NPHET's Epidemiological Modelling Advisory Group has said that the rising number of Covid-19 cases require a calm response. Professor Philip Nolan said that limiting contacts is a primary defence in combating the virus.

Coronavirus • 21 Sep 20

The EU is aiming to finalise the new system by 13 October

Govt to join new EU 'traffic light' travel list system

The Government is to work towards the adoption of a proposed new EU 'traffic light' system that aims to open up international travel across Europe.

Business • 15 Sep 20

Ryanair CEO Eddie Wilson called on the Government to adopt the approach taken by the Europe Commission

Ryanair again calls for relaxed travel restrictions

Ryanair's chief executive Eddie Wilson has said the airline will lift threats to close its Cork and Shannon bases for the winter if the Government relaxes its quarantine restrictions on passengers flying into this country, especially those flying from the UK.

Business • 14 Sep 20

Ryanair has reduced capacity on flights in September and October

Ryanair 'looking at job losses' in Ireland - O'Leary

Ryanair's Michael O'Leary said the airline is "looking at job losses and winter layoffs in Ireland", as a result of poor bookings here compared to other European countries.

Business • 19 Aug 20

Michael Cawley went on holidays to Italy, which is on the Government's Green List, but official advice is to avoid non-essential travel abroad

Fáilte Ireland Chairman resigns over holiday to Italy

Chairman of Fáilte Ireland Michael Cawley has stepped down after it emerged he travelled to Italy on holiday.

Coronavirus • 15 Aug 20

Aer Lingus says travel recovery slower than expected

Demand has been weaker than Aer Lingus expected five or six weeks ago amid continued coronavirus restrictions and opposition to international travel in Ireland, its chief executive Sean Doyle said.

Business • 28 Jul 20

Has the green list actually caused more confusion?

Does the green list give any clarity on foreign travel?

The publication of the Government green list last night was meant to provide clarity to people. However, it appears to have caused more confusion than anything else. Consumer Affairs Correspondent Fran McNulty addresses some questions on the issue.

Coronavirus • 22 Jul 20

Fanad Head lighthouse in Donegal - Government is urging people to staycation this year

Green list published but advice is to 'holiday at home'

Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney has said that while a 'green list' of countries has been published, the safest thing for people to do is to holiday at home this year.

Coronavirus • 22 Jul 20

Micheál Martin arriving at Dublin Castle for the Cabinet meeting

Government adds 15 countries to 'green list' for travel

The Government has agreed to add 15 countries to a 'green list' where the travel advice will be to take normal precautions.

Coronavirus • 22 Jul 20

Spain is unlikely to make the 'green' list when it is published on Monday

Insurers note non-essential travel still discouraged

The body representing the insurance industry in Ireland has said that Government advice remains that people should avoid all but essential travel, and would-be travellers should confirm coverage with their insurer before booking holidays.

Coronavirus • 18 Jul 20

All the signs now suggest the 'Green List' of safe travel locations is going to be a small one

Where is likely to be on the 'Green List' for travel?

If you ever wanted to visit the fjords of Norway, explore the Baltic States of Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, or have a little fun in Finland's capital Helsinki (without having to wear gloves!) then this could be the summer for you.

Analysis and Comment • 19 Jul 20

Green List

No countries will be on Green List from Monday

Limiting contacts key to getting cases down - Nolan

Govt to join new EU 'traffic light' travel list system

Ryanair again calls for relaxed travel restrictions

Ryanair 'looking at job losses' in Ireland - O'Leary

Fáilte Ireland Chairman resigns over holiday to Italy

Aer Lingus says travel recovery slower than expected

Does the green list give any clarity on foreign travel?

Green list published but advice is to 'holiday at home'

Government adds 15 countries to 'green list' for travel

Insurers note non-essential travel still discouraged

Where is likely to be on the 'Green List' for travel?

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