Mask-wearing in Ireland is slipping, but compliance will likely increase as Delta rises Mask-wearing in Ireland hit its lowest level in one year last month. By Cónal Thomas Saturday 17 Jul 2021, 12:05 AM 2 hours ago 4,818 Views 19 Comments AS THE UK moves to end mandatory mask-wearing, will there be a knock-on effect in Ireland, or will the population double-down on basic public health measures as we navigate a fourth wave of infection? Almost 60% of adults in Ireland are now fully vaccinated. A reduction in the level of personal anxiety and caution is therefore to be expected in the population as people feel more protected against Covid-19 and as restrictions ease.