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Virus expert says 20,000 people could attend the All Ireland finals this year
15:49 Thursday, 20 May 2021
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There are hopes that thousands of people could be able to go to sporting events here from July.
It comes after a new UK study found that large events could be as safe as going to a shopping centre.
Currently, gatherings here are limited to a maximum of 50 people, and even then, only at weddings and funerals.
A virus expert has said up to 20,000 people could be able to go to the All Ireland finals when they are played later this year.
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Mel B, Emma Bunton, Geri Halliwell and Melanie C of The Spice Girls performs on the first night of the bands tour at Croke Park on May 24, 2019 in Dublin, Ireland (Image: Dave J Hogan)
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