The reopening of schools dominated the headlines but now 3rd level institutions have published their own set of guidelines for the coming academic year. Among the guidelines, face coverings "should” be worn in the classroom where 2 metre social distancing cannot be achieved while there is no requirement for other PPE. Jim Miley Director General of the Irish Universities Association.

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