Four further people have died and there are new 763 new cases of COVID-19 in Northern Ireland.
The Department of Health #COVID19 dashboard has been updated with latest data
763 individuals have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. Sadly, four deaths have been reported within this period.https://t.co/YN16dmGzhv pic.twitter.com/zbvJLsXGuu
— Department of Health (@healthdpt) October 15, 2020
Meanwhile, Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride has said that the school runs have seen a number of community transmissions. However, school transmissions are low, but the morning and afternoon pick-ups were a cause for concern.
The Executive is to meet later on Thursday to discuss the new restrictions and support measures.