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As the Deputy Prime Minister for Energy, Žygimantas Vaičiūnas said, two exceptions are foreseen, to be established by decision of the chief operating officers. They are related to cultural, sporting events, public catering establishments.
“In these cases, separate requirements are established for distances, and those requirements must be met,” Ž. Vaičiūnas.
According to the Minister, monitoring of compliance will be strengthened.
Giedrius Surplys, head of the Government’s Public Information Group, recalled that the recommendation to wear protective equipment is valid.
“During indoor and outdoor events, there are now requirements to maintain distances or wear masks. I would especially like to draw attention to the organizers who will be organizing the big events planned this weekend, and especially those in which most of the visitors will be older people. Let’s go back to wearing masks and protect ourselves and others, “said G. Surplys.
Since the end of the quarantine, all catering establishments (cafes, restaurants, and others) can work as much as they like, and staff using nose and mouth plugs is no longer required, but recommended. Other requirements to prevent the spread of coronavirus infection (COVID-19) remain.
This means that the business will have to limit traffic, secure distances and take other preventive measures.
Justice Minister E. Jankevičius said Saturday’s date for the return of the masks is planned so that companies and individuals can prepare, but it is recommended to start wearing protective gear now.
“And now that the recommendation is valid, we can still strengthen and emphasize it. Starting today we strongly recommend wearing masks,” said E. Jankevičius.
There are separate requirements for events
As indicated by the Ministry of Culture on July 17, the number of participants (spectators) of cultural and sports events since September 1. Unlimited and permissible number of participants and / or spectators in closed spaces from August 16 to 31. increased to 600 (instead of the previous 350), leaving the same maximum number of open spaces at 1000.
However, events should be organized in accordance with the decisions of the Minister of Health, the head of state operations at the state level.
For events held indoors, a distance of at least 2 meters must be guaranteed between spectators and / or participants, except athletes, their coaches and service personnel. This distance between people can be shorter if nose and mouth protection is used throughout the event.
A minimum distance of 1 m must be maintained in open spaces, except for athletes, their coaches and service personnel. In both open and closed spaces, distance restrictions do not apply to spouses, close relatives, adoptive parents, adoptive parents, guardians, and caregivers. Event organizers will be responsible for meeting these requirements.
You don’t need a mask with a razor
In addition, masks will not be mandatory in cases where the provision of a service with a mask is not possible. Ž. Vaičiūnas mentioned the beard trimming service as an example.
The masks will be mandatory from Saturday for the points of sale and service, except when service with a mask is not possible. The agencies will be responsible for compliance.
“Looking at the epidemiological situation both in Lithuania and in neighboring countries, taking into account the risks and, first of all, the need to make timely decisions, it is decided in principle that the use of masks in closed areas of commerce and services should being mandatory except when providing services with the mask is not possible, “Ž said. Vaičiūnas.
As previously announced, masks will also be mandatory on public transport.
Lithuania participates in the joint purchase of the vaccine.
The Minister reported that Lithuania is participating in the joint procurement of the European Union vaccine against COVID-19.
“It will be necessary to provide the quantity of vaccines this week. (…) It must be recognized that there is no vaccine that has received certification, (…) but Lithuania participates in the joint EU pre-contracting. For that participation to be successful, we need to provide numbers.
It has been suggested that priority should be given to people at risk, such as vaccinating people over 65, as well as those with at least one chronic illness and those who work with high social contact services. These are the nursing, healthcare sectors.
In the second stage, we need to talk about acquiring collective immunity. For risk groups, this is approximately 40%. Lithuanian society. If you are looking for collective immunity, it would be around 70%. populations, ”Ž said. Vaičiūnas.
According to the minister, a 70 percent request will be made. population vaccination. Vaccination would not be compulsory, it would depend on the self-determination of the population.
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