COVID-19 UPDATE JUNE 2021

COVID-19 UPDATE FOR COMHALTAS ACTIVITIES

Following Government Announcement 28th May 2021 Comhaltas Guidelines and Communications distributed to Comhaltas units are based on Government Guidelines in the Republic of Ireland. All units should first and foremost adhere to the guidelines issued by the jurisdiction they are governed by.

We are conscious of the affect that COVID-19 has had on units. We are also appreciative of the efforts made by all units and members to play their part in ensuring a safe way of life for all in society.

Following on from the Government announcement on the 28th May 2021 the following applies:

From 7th June 2021: • The numbers permitted at organised outdoor events can increase to a maximum of 100 for the majority of venues, with a maximum of 200 for outdoor venues with a minimum accredited capacity of 5,000. From the 5th July 2021 and subject to maintaining progress with the virus, the following measures will come into effect: • It will be possible for Comhaltas indoor activities to resume permitting a maximum of up to 50 attendees at the majority of venues in groups of up to 6, with arrangements to ensure no intermingling of groups and strict 2 metre seated social distancing. • Dance activities can recommence in pods of up to 6. • The maximum size for an activity should be calculated having regard to the space available. It should be based on ensuring that at least 2 metre social distancing can be maintained, and take account of any other capacity restrictions, which may pertain in accordance with child protection or fire safety requirements. We ask that all units resuming activities do so in the safest possible manner and only with adherence to all safety measures and guidelines.

Please refer to COVID-19 GUIDELINES FOR COMHALTAS UNITS & ACTIVITIES