The county's infection rate is about twice the national average, prompting a meeting
Ireland's chief medical officer and health minister are to meet Donegal politicians on Saturday evening to discuss concerns over a high number of Covid-19 cases in the county.The county's rate has been almost continually above the country's average since last September.
In a tweet, Stephen Donnelly said they would consider sending "additional supports" to the county, adding: "Spikes like this occur in many counties.I have arranged a meeting this evening with CMO, HSE and Donegal politicians to see what additional supports can be deployed to help fight Covid in Donegal. Spikes like this occur in many counties. Huge local efforts have been made and the community will continue these efforts.