COVID-19

This document describes the key public health measures currently being taken in Ireland, including the measures in place until 5 June 2020. The main rule is to STAY AT HOME in most circumstances.

Practical information on how to shop safely during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This document summarises the supports for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. It will be upated regularly.

The new COVID-19 Pandemic Unemployment Payment is available to employees, self-employed people and working students who have lost employment due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It is paid at a flat rate of €350.

The Temporary COVID-19 Wage Subsidy Scheme allows employers to continue to pay their employees during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.

If you are told to self-isolate or you are diagnosed with COVID-19, you may be able to apply for an enhanced Illness Benefit.

This document outlines the things you need to do to help contain the spread of coronavirus.

This document summarises the childcare supports for parents, childcare workers and childcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cocooning has been introduced in Ireland to protect people who are over 70 years of age and people who are extremely medically vulnerable to COVID-19 by minimising all interaction between them and other people. The measures aim to stop people who are very high risk of severe illness from coming into contact with the virus.

Practical information and advice for people who have been bereaved during the COVID-19 emergency period.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have questions about legal issues relating to access and maintenance payments. The risk of domestic abuse is also on the increase. This document gives practical information and advice on family law issues during the emergency period.

This document describes the temporary arrangements in place during the COVID-19 emergency period by Immigration, employment permits and international protection agencies.

Information, resources and advice for older people during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic.

During the COVID-19 emergency period, extra rules are in place to protect tenants.

This document aims to give you information on returning to Ireland in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes practical, up-to-date information on travel advice, public health guidelines, employment rights and social welfare entitlements for people returning to Ireland.

You can contact organisations in your area for help during the COVID-19 emergency period.

Practical information and advice on a range of supports available to families during the COVID-19 emergency period

Colleges and universities are closed to limit the spread of COVID-19. This document outlines the contingency plans that are in place for examinations and supports for students.

Have your travel plans been disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic? This document describes your rights.

Information about working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Covers employer duties and employee responsibilities.

Answers to some of the questions you may have about paying your bills and other financial commitments during the COVID-19 pandemic. Gives advice about how to protect yourself from COVID-19 scams.