As the New Year approaches, Health Minister Robin Swann issues a warning to everyone to keep to restrictions.
This comes as a significant rise in positive cases is seen, particularly in those aged 20-39.
The Minister said: “We are now familiar with the additional restrictions which came into effect on Boxing Day.
"On November 29, 20-39 year olds accounted for 27.5 per cent of positive cases. On December 29, that figure is 41.5 per cent.
The Minister said: “The rise in this age group may be linked to behaviour and although young adults may think they are immune to Covid-19, their relatives and loved ones are not. We must all redouble our efforts to push down infection rates. That does not mean some people must make sacrifices and restrict their lives while others do not.
“We can all do this by reducing our contacts and staying at home. If you do have to go out, wear a face covering and wash your hands regularly. Do not be that person who brings Covid-19 home in 2021.”
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