It follows new restrictions imposed by government.
Gardai are out in force throughout Laois Offaly to ensure compliance with the new emergency regulations.
There will be checkpoints across the country today to make sure people aren't making non-essential journeys.
It follows new restrictions imposed by government, ordering people to stay at home.
The exceptions are to buy food, attend medical appointments, exercise within 2 kilometres of your home or for vital family reasons.
Travel for essential work is allowed but all social gatherings are banned.
Thousands of Gardai are patrolling streets today to make sure people are sticking to the guidelines.
Commissioner Drew Harris hopes the majority follow the advice:
Essential workers will be asked to carry ID to get through garda checkpoints.
Garda Commissioner Drew Harris says cooperation from the public will be needed:
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