By Q Radio News
Four further covid-19 related deaths have been recorded in Northern Ireland in the past 24 hours.
The Department of Health has also confirmed 1,035 positive cases of the virus in the same period.
A total of 2,722,452 vaccines have been administered in total in the region.
The department's full covid-19 dashboard will be updated on Monday.
NI #COVID19 data has been updated:
— Department of Health (@healthdpt) November 7, 2021
📊1,035 positive cases and sadly, 4 deaths have been reported in the past 24 hours.
💉2,722,452 vaccines administered in total.
Vaccines ➡️ https://t.co/Yfa0hHVmRL
The COVID-19 dashboard will be updated on Monday 8 November. pic.twitter.com/mufuxhu7tM
The latest news comes as Stormont's Health Minister is suing Van Morrison after the singer branded him “very dangerous” over his handling of Covid-19 restrictions.
The legal action focuses on a high-profile incident at the Europa Hotel in Belfast in the summer when Sir Van, a vocal lockdown critic, took to stage and criticised Robin Swann.
The defamation proceedings also cite two subsequent incidents when the singer elaborated on his views on Mr Swann.
Health Minister Robin Swann during a Stormont press conference earlier this week
The development was first reported by the Sunday Life on Sunday.
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