Eight more people with Covid-19 have died in the Republic of Ireland.
The death toll from the disease since the beginning of the outbreak stands at 1,703.
Eight new cases have also been detected, bringing the total to 25,248.
There are no new cases in Waterford, the total since the outbreak began remains 154
The National Public Health Emergency Team met today to continue its review of Ireland’s response and preparedness to COVID-19.
Dr. Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said; "NPHET has recommended the development and implementation of a national communications campaign to increase compliance with current recommendations on the use of face-coverings.
"The campaign will outline best practice for use of face coverings in retail outlets, on public transport and in other public locations, where it may be difficult to maintain social distancing."
Professor Philip Nolan, Chair of the NPHET Irish Epidemiological Modelling Advisory Group, said; "The reproductive number has remained stable, between 0.4 - 0.8 over a number of weeks.
"The next two weeks are now critical in limiting transmission, keeping the r-number low and suppressing the virus.
"It is how we interact, as we go about our daily lives more freely, that will determine whether the r-number increases."
