The island of Ireland remains open for tourism and business as usual and continues to welcome millions of visitors from all parts of the world.
The United Nation’s World Health Organisation (UNWHO) continues to monitor H1N1 outbreaks around the world.
There are no travel restrictions to or around the island of Ireland and there are no restrictions on any gatherings or events.
Public information campaigns have been launched by relevant health authorities on the island of Ireland with advice on how to prevent any infection spreading. Everyone is being encouraged to take simple infection control precautions such as hand washing and covering their mouth when they cough or sneeze.
Tourism Ireland remains in regular contact with Governments and health service agencies on the island of Ireland to monitor the situation..
For additional information or advice online, go to:
http://www.who.int/csr/disease/swineflu/en/index.html (UN World Health Organisation)
http://www.dohc.ie/issues/swine_influenza/ (Department of Health & Children)
http://www.dhsspsni.gov.uk/ (Department of Health, Social Services & Public Safety)
