27 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in Ireland, according to the Department of Health.
27 new cases of the coronavirus have now been confirmed in Ireland, bringing the total number to 70.
22 were spread locally, 2 by community transmission, and a further three are associated with travel. Six people are being treated in an intensive care unit, including three of the new cases.
It comes as the Government today announced the closure of schools, colleges and creches.
The Department of Health says these measures may be in place for an extended period of time, but a review will take place before the end of the month.
The Government is reassuring people not to panic buy food or medicine, saying there is plenty of stock at the moment.
