There has been one new death and an additional 215 cases of Covid-19 in the Republic this evening.
With one death this evening it means there has been a total of 2,097 Covid-19 related deaths in Ireland.
Also, with tonight's figures there is now 74,682 confirmed cases of the virus in Ireland.
The Department of Health said of the cases notified today: 95 are men and 119 are women, 60 per cent are under 45 years of age and the median age is 37 years old.
Regarding the location of tonight's cases: there are 74 in Dublin, 22 in Donegal, 15 in Kilkenny, 14 in Louth, 11 in Limerick and the remaining 79 cases are spread across 18 other counties.
There are currently 210 people in hospital with the virus and a further 31 people are in ICU.
Speaking about tonight's figures Dr Tony Holohan, chief medical officer struck a positive tone with the news of the Government's plans to the roll-out the vaccine. “Today the Government approved NPHET’s advice on prioritisation of Covid-19 vaccines,” he said.
“This is an important step in the development of the vaccine strategy, being finalised by the High Level taskforce for Covid-19 vaccination.
“While each of us awaits our opportunity to be vaccinated, it is important that we continue to protect each other in the meantime, particularly over Christmas and in the months ahead.
“Continue to follow public health advice; avoid crowded places, physically distance, wear face coverings, wash hands regularly and practice cough/sneeze etiquette.”
