
It follows a spike in coronavirus cases in recent weeks.
Garda checkpoints are in place across Kildare, Laois and Offaly to make sure residents comply with new Covid-19 restrictions.
People are being asked to only travel out of the counties for essential reasons like medical appointments, work or for childcare.
It follows a spike in coronavirus cases in recent weeks.
The HSE has also moved to re-activate drive-in testing centres in the counties, including in Newbridge.
CEO Paul Reid outlines what's underway: