The government has warned the country is at a 'tipping point' as new restrictions come into effect to tackle the spread of Covid-19.
Public transport should now be avoided where possible and those over 70 are being asked to restrict their social circles.
Visitors into homes are now limited to six people from three households while outdoor gatherings of no more than 15 are allowed.
Gardaí are also to be given greater powers to enforce the rules.
All measures are to remain in effect until September 13th and come as 190 cases of the coronavirus were confirmed yesterday.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly says the country's at a crucial moment with the virus;
"Ireland's rate of growth in new cases over the last two weeks is the 4th highest in Europe. In the last two months we've gone from a low of 61 cases in one particular week to 533 cases last week."
Pubs
The Taoiseach says a decision into reopening pubs that don't serve food will be made at the end of August as planned.
Micheal Martin says new restrictions announced yesterday will not impact on the current plans to review Phase 4.
Airports
Meanwhile random Covid-19 testing will be introduced at airports across the country.
It's one of at least 5 measures announced by the Health Minister last night.
The travel locator form will become electronic with stricter follow ups while the green list of countries will also be reviewed.
