Department of Health staff to work remotely as Covid-19 case numbers remain high

In Ireland, the Department of Health has told staff that they are to work from home indefinitely unless otherwise directed. There had been a requirement for staff to attend offices for one day a week but sources say that this has now been suspended indefinitely. A notice sent to staff says that due to the department's leadership role in pandemic response, staff are to work remotely unless told otherwise by a member of staff at Principal Officer or Management Board level. Attendance in offices is discouraged, and any attendance should be in line with HSA guidance.