Santa will observe strict social distancing protocols as he delivers presents this year, NPHET has announced.
The jolly old rogue, who usually barrels down chimneys without a thought for his personal safety, will now be required to:
- Wear a mask at all times.
- Change mask from county to county.
- Keep a 2M distance from his reindeer at all times.
- Sanitise his hands and reindeer hoofs using specially provided dispensers on each roof.
In addition Santa will not be allowed enter homes and will be required to throw all presents down the chimney. Presents for apartment dwellers will be dropped to local An Post sorting offices.
“It’s not ideal,” said Santa, “but I’m just glad Dr. Holohan has allowed me to enter the country, especially with him being on the naughty list.
All the boys and girls should leave a nice soft blanket or pillow in the fireplace to make sure none of their presents break. Especially all those PlayStation 5’s my elves have been so busy making.”
An Post has guaranteed that all presents for boys and girls who live in apartments will be lost within 3-5 working days, never to be seen again.
NPHET has also warned children not to leave any mince pies on the roof for Santa, stating that snipers will be randomly stationed around the country.