'Frustration' as Leaving Cert students in Limerick to miss written exams due to Covid outbreak Over the past fortnight there have been 800 confirmed cases in Limerick. By Michelle Hennessy Saturday 5 Jun 2021, 1:13 PM 2 hours ago 14,420 Views 16 Comments Image: Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie Image: Leah Farrell/RollingNews.ie THERE HAVE BEEN calls today for back-up papers to be put in place for Leaving Certificate students in Limerick who will miss examinations next week as a result of being a confirmed Covid case or a close contact. The incidence rate in Limerick is now 426 cases per 100,000, with over 100 cases reported in the county on Thursday alone. Over the past fortnight there have been 800 confirmed cases in Limerick.