Minister Harris Welcomes Intensified Protective Measures for Third Level Students in Line with Public Health Advice

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Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD has welcomed the intensification of protective measures for third level sector in line with public health considerations.

Speaking today, Minister Harris said:

“The next two to three weeks represent a critical juncture. The Higher Education sector has put in place robust plans and protective measures.

“However, at the request of the Department of Health, it has been agreed to intensify protective measures across the higher level institutions to ensure safe continuation or beginning of the academic term.

“This will mean more learning will take place online and on-site activity will be minimised over the coming weeks.

“This is disappointing, I know, but absolutely necessary if we are to stop the spread of this virus.

“We are also asking students to minimise travel and to minimise the number of social contacts on and off campus.

“We must do everything possible over the next few weeks to stop its spread and give students the best chance of resuming on site activity. Please stay safe and hold firm.”


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