The Berlin Senate apparently wants to abolish the mask requirement for residents in nursing homes on Tuesday. Again rbb reported that nursing home residents should be allowed to stay outside their room without a mask in the future.
In principle, however, the current regulation is to be extended – until June 30th. In addition, the Senate is also advising on other basic corona protection measures. It is said that nursing homes should have more leeway in designing the test requirement. It is unclear whether compulsory testing will continue at Berlin schools. The results of the Senate meeting will then be presented in a press conference (2 p.m.).
Senate also discusses social benefits for Ukrainian refugees
In addition, the Senate wants to discuss the so-called special usage fee for gastronomic establishments. Restaurateurs had to make a special payment for the use of public traffic areas. however, it was suspended during the corona pandemic. With a resolution, the Berlin districts could be given the option of suspending the special payment until the end of this year.
In addition, the framework plan for the design of the area around Bahnhof Zoo, Hertzallee and Hardenbergplatz will be discussed. The construction of flats and student apartments is planned in this area. In addition, the Senate is busy preparing for the nationwide social benefits for Ukrainian war refugees to be paid by the job centers from June 1st. The Senate members meet from 10 a.m. In addition, the Senate Commission on Climate Protection will meet for the first time on Tuesday. (with dpa)
