Following Cycling Ireland’s decision to cancel all races and sportives up to an including Sunday, March 29th, clubs are now being advised to cease all club rides.
The advice has been issued by Cycling Ireland in another
strand of its response to the spread of Covid-19 in Ireland, north and south.
“Following on from yesterday’s Government announcement in relation to Covid-19, Cycling Ireland announced that all Cycling Ireland approved events are to be cancelled with immediate effect until and including March 29th,” it reiterated, referencing the decision by Government to close schools in the Republic.
Cycling Ireland’s latest statement continued: “In addition to the events cancellation, Cycling Ireland further advises all affiliated clubs to cancel all club training rides and club events until and including 29th March.
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“Members
are encouraged to cycle individually and not in groups. Members Cycling
Ireland insurance is not altered.”
Cycling Ireland
added clubs and club members should take precautions against the spread
of COVID-19 such as:
- Regular hand washing
- Be aware of social distancing
- Exercising proper cough and sneeze etiquette
“Cycling
Ireland is encouraging all members to continue to follow the guidelines which
have been provided by the public health authorities,” the national governing body
added.
“Cycling
Ireland will continue to closely monitor advice from the Public Health teams on
the island of Ireland and issue further statements if necessary. Be safe and look out for those
closest to you.”
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