A confidential document from the Dáil’s Covid-19 committee has warned that the continued supply of critical freight could become “increasingly difficult” because of a lack of passengers. The document, seen by The Irish Times, contains a summary of submissions made to the committee by transport and tourism stakeholders in relation to travel restrictions, self-isolation and social distancing. “While some operations have remained functional, many rely on a balance between freight and passengers. Submissions warn that without passenger trade, it will become increasingly difficult to maintain operations.”The document also examined issues around the current 14-day self-isolation requirement for those travelling into Ireland. “The vast majority of submissions received made reference to the 14-day self-isolation requirement for those arriving in Ireland with stakeholders typically of the view that it should be removed.

Source: The Irish Times June 17, 2020 01:00 UTC