Dublin is to be put under Level 3 restrictions of the Government's Living with COVID plan from midnight tonight.
The restrictions, which have been enhanced with further steps due to the ongoing situation in the capital, will be in place for three weeks.
It sees gathering numbers drop outdoors, with indoor gatherings not to go ahead. Pubs, restaurants and cafes that do not have outdoor seating will have to close.
Taoiseach Micheal Martin said: "Here, in our Capital, despite people’s best efforts over recent weeks, we are in a very dangerous place.
"Without further urgent and decisive action, there is a very real threat that Dublin could return to the worst days of this crisis.
"I know the havoc that the virus is causing for some sections of our economy, and the hardship that it is causing in particular within our hospitality trade and in our arts and culture community. And I know that we must take new action to help them.
"Along with these decisions we will implement extra business supports.
"We will immediately invest €30 million in a top-up to the Restart Plus grant for Dublin businesses. This will be open to all businesses affected by these measures including those that have already availed of the original grant.
"The Government has also agreed an additional €5 million package to support those affected in the arts, culture, sports and tourism sectors in Dublin."
Here's the restrictions for the next three weeks:
Social and Family Gatherings in home or garden: Maximum six people from one household
Weddings: Up to 25 guests
Organised indoor events: No events
Organised outdoor events: Up to 15 people
Indoor sports training: Individuals only, no classes
Outdoor sports training: Non-contact pods of up to 15
Matches and events: No events, specific exemptions apply
Long term residential care facilities: Visits suspended apart from critical/compassionate grounds
Religious services: Move online/open for private prayer
Funerals: Up to 25 mourners
Bars serving food/cafes and restaurants: 15 outdoor dining/takeaway and delivery
Hotels, guesthouses, B&Bs: Open, services limited to residents only
Wet pubs: Closed
Retail and personal services: Open with protective measures/mandatory face coverings
Schools, early learning and childcare services: Open with protective measures
Adult/higher education: Open with protective measures
Workplace: Work from home unless absolutely necessary
Travel - out: Stay in Dublin except for work, education and other essential purposes
Travel - in: Do not come to Dublin except for work, education and other essential purposes
Public transport: Use only if essential, face coverings mandatory
Swimming pools, leisure centres, gyms: Individual training, open with protective measures
Indoor cultural venues: Closed
Local amenities: Libraries available for e-services/call and collect. Playgrounds and parks open.
Over 70s and medically vulnerable: Use your judgement. Stay at home as much as possible. Limit social contacts.
