Two further people have died as a result of COVID-19 in Northern Ireland.
There are 1,031 new cases.
The Department of Health #COVID19 dashboard has been updated with latest data
1,031 individuals have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. Sadly, two deaths have been reported within this period.https://t.co/YN16dmGzhv pic.twitter.com/HlVCTETNV0
— Department of Health (@healthdpt) October 17, 2020
The figures have just been released as new restrictions to combat the spread of have begun.
Pubs, restaurants and cafes closed their doors to sit-in customers – this suspension will continue for the next four weeks.
Speaking on radio earlier today, the Health Minister has said that the ‘new restrictions are absolutely necessary’ pic.twitter.com/cDsADpqYxH
— Department of Health (@healthdpt) October 16, 2020