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Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-12136442
7 January 2011 Last updated at 08:30 ET
Down and Connor Diocese suspends sign of peace
The traditional shaking of hands during the sign of peace at Masses in Down and Connor Diocese has again been suspended due to the rise in swine flu figures.
It was first suspended in October 2009 in a bid to reduce the risk of spreading the virus.
The diocese restored the sign of peace in March last year after fears of swine flu receded.
The latest suspension, based on Public Health Authority advice, comes after another outbreak of the virus.
Priests, however, will continue to visit sick parishioners at home and in hospital...
7 January 2011 Last updated at 08:30 ET
Down and Connor Diocese suspends sign of peace
The traditional shaking of hands during the sign of peace at Masses in Down and Connor Diocese has again been suspended due to the rise in swine flu figures.
It was first suspended in October 2009 in a bid to reduce the risk of spreading the virus.
The diocese restored the sign of peace in March last year after fears of swine flu receded.
The latest suspension, based on Public Health Authority advice, comes after another outbreak of the virus.
Priests, however, will continue to visit sick parishioners at home and in hospital...
