The decision by the Government means that golf can resume, although it will be subject to strict health protection protocols and travel restrictions. There are plans for some further relaxations on travel when COVID-19 restrictions are eased for "close to two weeks" over Christmas.
Golf Ireland CEO, Mark Kennelly, said:
"The golf community is pleased that courses can reopen from Tuesday next. Golfers welcome the opportunity to resume play on a responsible and safe basis, as they did during the May to October period."
"The governing bodies are issuing renewed guidance to our member clubs today and we strongly urge all golfers to continue to fully adhere to these protocols which are aimed at keeping golf and the wider community safe while the Covid-19 pandemic remains such a serious threat. We also ask golfers to fully comply with the wider public health restrictions, particularly the travel restrictions that will remain in place until 18th December."
"Earlier this year, Irish golf demonstrated how our sport could be enjoyed by women and men of all ages in a safe and secure environment. As golf resumes, we hope that golfers enjoy their play but continue to be vigilant in adhering to the safety protocols."
Golf clubs in Northern Ireland are currently all closed, after the country entered in to a national two-week 'circuit-breaker' lockdown on Friday.
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