Rome – Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has signed an ordinance that will come into force on Monday and will be valid until November 24, according to Italian media.
In addition to the restrictions in gastronomy, distance learning in secondary schools is to be expanded to 75 percent. Citizens are advised to use public transport as little as possible. Fitness studios and indoor swimming pools will be closed, as will cinemas, theaters, concert halls, arcades and bingo halls. Conte presented the content of the new decree at a press conference on Sunday.
“We have to do our best to protect health and the economy,” said Conte.
The number of corona infections in Italy rose slightly on Saturday. 19,644 new infections were registered on Saturday, on Friday there were 19,143 cases. In addition, 151 fatalities were reported, the previous day there were 91. The number of deaths in Italy with or from Covid-19 since the epidemic began in February rose to 37,210. 177,000 tests were performed in one day.
The new decree does not impose a general curfew in Italy, even if a night curfew is already in force in some regions. Nevertheless, the government in Rome recommends leaving your home only for work or health reasons, for reasons of study or in emergencies. In addition, no people should be received in your own four walls who do not belong to the family core.
It is also possible that certain streets and squares are closed after 9 p.m. in order to avoid crowds. At the elementary and middle schools there are still classes in the class, and the day care centers and kindergartens are to remain open.
“Italy is a big country, we proved that in the spring. We did it in the first phase and we can do it this time too, ”said Conte. In this way it will be possible to face Advent and Christmas in December with more lightheartedness.
New financial aid
The curfew for restaurants, bars and all other pubs has been brought forward to 6 p.m., but the restaurants are allowed to open on Sundays. Ski areas must remain closed until November 24th, Congresses and trade fairs are also banned. Private parties, such as after weddings, are no longer allowed.
In order to keep economic damage within limits, the government is planning new financial aid for those affected. In addition to new contributions in the event of losses, the second IMU installment, which is due by December 16, is to be suspended, and loans are to be given for leases.
Vaccinations for risk groups
Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte also confirmed at the press conference that Italy should receive the first vaccine doses in December. However, vaccinations should first be given to high-risk patients and medical personnel.
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