Negative antigen or PCR test to be needed before arrival into Ireland from Friday
Dec 2, 2021, 4:06 pm
#31
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I hope this requirement to provide a negative test from the UK is kicked into touch. I'm flying to Dublin from Edinburgh then from there to the US (overnight in DUB). Two tests in two days (Ireland/US) on the way out then both Irish/UK tests on the way back isn't cheap and is quite a hassle given it all seems to have been done on a whim from all parties.
Edit: has the Irish government clarified what a professional test is and whether tests taken in a video appointment would be valid?
Edit: has the Irish government clarified what a professional test is and whether tests taken in a video appointment would be valid?
Travel will be destroyed if this lasts for very long.
Dec 2, 2021, 10:09 pm
#33
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Dec 3, 2021, 12:45 am
#34
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The Government has delayed the introduction of PCR and antigen testing for air and sea passengers arriving into Ireland by 48 hours.
The measure was due to come into force today, however an Aer Lingus spokesperson told RTÉ News that they were informed last night by the Government that the regulations will be delayed until Sunday.
https://www.rte.ie/news/coronavirus/...-restrictions/
The measure was due to come into force today, however an Aer Lingus spokesperson told RTÉ News that they were informed last night by the Government that the regulations will be delayed until Sunday.
https://www.rte.ie/news/coronavirus/...-restrictions/
Dec 3, 2021, 8:16 am
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Don't get riled up. Just ignore it. It is quite clear at this stage that our leaders have no clue. So take responsibility for yourself and do what you think you need to do to keep safe. And let everyone else do likewise.
It's farcical at this stage.
Dec 3, 2021, 9:09 am
#37
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A group of 20 weekend tourists visiting Dublin were interviewed at the airport this morning and had all paid €30 for tests they did not need and were very angry ! The Irish government should be made to refund them its a complete disgrace and no wonder tourists are choosing Ireland less and less.
Dec 3, 2021, 5:20 pm
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Is there any truth to the rumour that the EU have instructed countries that testing isn't on if a person is vaccinated? Read earlier that Portugal is testing all entrants but the EU has instructed them that vaccinated EU citizens should be allowed to move freely.
Dec 3, 2021, 6:26 pm
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The Government has delayed the introduction of PCR and antigen testing for air and sea passengers arriving into Ireland by 48 hours.
The measure was due to come into force today, however an Aer Lingus spokesperson told RTÉ News that they were informed last night by the Government that the regulations will be delayed until Sunday.
https://www.rte.ie/news/coronavirus/...-restrictions/
The measure was due to come into force today, however an Aer Lingus spokesperson told RTÉ News that they were informed last night by the Government that the regulations will be delayed until Sunday.
https://www.rte.ie/news/coronavirus/...-restrictions/
Took some pressure and a series of calls to head office to allow me and one other bloke to board. PITA.
Dec 4, 2021, 1:29 am
#40
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Yep knew that would happen a colleague of mine was about to cancel their test but I strongly advised them to go ahead as there might be confusion at stations abroad .
Dec 4, 2021, 5:08 am
#41
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The EU are desperately trying to hold the line on the pass being enough for citizens, but they can’t instruct national governments, it’s a national rather than an EU competence.
Dec 4, 2021, 1:32 pm
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