We’re on the right track.

Coronavirus cases in Ireland have dropped by 75% since October, but Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan has warned there is more work to be done to control the spread of the virus.

A further 322 confirmed cases of Covid-19 have been reported in the past 24 hours, with five further deaths from the disease.

“Due to the efforts of people across Ireland, we are seeing improvements with COVID-19,” said Dr Holohan.

“However, we must remember that maintaining this downward trend is now the most crucial thing. The value of our progress depends on continuing the safe behaviour that got us to this position.

“I urge everyone to keep it up, to ensure these initial trends continue.”

14-day incidence rate down by 18%

There has now been a total of 63,048 confirmed cases of Covid-in Ireland and 1,922 deaths.

Of the cases notified yesterday, 96 are in Dublin, with 35 in Meath, 23 in Cork, 17 in Louth and 16 in Waterford. The remaining 135 cases are spread across 18 other counties.

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said the country is “making good progress against Covid-19 thanks to an enormous collective effort”.

We’re making good progress against Covid-19 thanks to an enormous collective effort. Over past 7 days (to midnight Mon) there were 4,337 new cases v 6,518 in previous 7 days. The 14-day incidence rate fell by 18% to 228 cases per 100,000. Some 322 new cases of Covid were detected

— Stephen Donnelly (@DonnellyStephen) November 3, 2020

“Over the past 7 days (to midnight Mon) there were 4,337 new cases v 6,518 in previous 7 days. The 14-day incidence rate fell by 18% to 228 cases per 100,000. Some 322 new cases of Covid were detected.” he tweeted.

“Let’s ensure we maintain this downward trend. I know it hasn’t been easy but thanks for all your individual efforts.”