Elbow, The Who and Trevor Noah are set to be among the major casualties of the restrictions on events in Ireland, announced by caretaker Taoiseach Leo Varadkar at an address in Washington D.C. today, March 12.

In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, Varadkar announced that indoor gatherings of more than 100 people should be cancelled, as well as outdoor gatherings of more than 500 people. The restrictions are set to come into place at 6pm today, and last until March 29.

In addition, schools, colleges, childcare facilities and cultural institutions are to close.

In a statement shared on their website, MCD addressed the restrictions:

"Following today’s (12th March 2020) Irish Government directive to cancel all events of over 100 capacity (indoor) and 500 capacity (outdoor) due to take place between now and 29th March MCD Productions has now postponed all affected shows.

"MCD Productions is currently working with artists and venues to reschedule all dates.

"Original tickets purchased for all affected events will remain valid for rescheduled dates which will be notified to patrons on confirmation.

"MCD Productions wish to thank all our customers and staff for their continued co-operation and understanding during this unprecedented time in the interests of health and welfare of all."

Some of the major casualties of the event cancellations include The Who, Trevor Noah and Elbow, who were set to appear at the 3Arena on March 18, 21 and 28, respectively. There will likely be many more announcements of cancellations in the coming hours.

Watch this space for further updates...