The Department of Health has confirmed 3,726 new cases of Covid 19 this evening.
So that's the highest figure since January 14th.
The 14-day incidence rate has risen to 695 per 100,000 people, which is up 18 per cent on last week.
Meanwhile, 493 Covid patients are in hospital, with 90 in intensive care.
Many queries in the Dáil this afternoon about why unvaccinated children can't play indoor sport - particularly when they're too young to have been offered a vaccine.
Huge issues for underage basketball in particular— Seán Defoe (@SeanDefoe) November 2, 2021
Rules To Be Extended
The Dáil has been debating the extension of emergency Government Covid powers this evening, which includes mask wearing.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly says they're needed given the current situation.
