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Dáil Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Feargháil tests positive for Covid-19

Seán Ó Feargháil tested positive for Covid-19 at the weekend
Seán Ó Feargháil tested positive for Covid-19 at the weekend

The Ceann Comhairle of the Dáil has tested positive for Covid-19.

Seán Ó Feargháil received the results of his PCR test at the weekend and will isolate at home until 29 November in accordance with public health guidelines, according to a statement from his office.

He will work from home during this time and also carry out some online engagements.

During his absence from the Dáil, Leas-Cheann Comhairle Catherine Connolly and the normal panel of temporary chairpersons will take over his duties, the statement added.