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According to A. Veryga, the government intends to follow the example of Latvia with this restriction.
“Next week a draft on the reduction of working hours will be presented to the Government. It will be suggested to configure as it is in our neighboring Latvia to be able to operate until 24 hours. Obviously, this should be determined.
Because it was discussed in the Government. This is likely to be accepted. Businesses need to know this and prepare for it. It is unlikely that such a decision will not be made, “A. Veryga told reporters on Friday.
Residents are asked to act responsibly
The minister also urges residents to consider whether it is really worth visiting entertainment venues at this time, when the epidemiological situation in the country is difficult.
“I would like to ask you and encourage you to think already on weekends if it is really necessary to go to some meeting places or if you should not protect yourself. Especially for those who live with elderly or sick people ”, said A. Veryga.
A. Veryga emphasizes that the epidemiological situation in Lithuania depends on the behavior of each inhabitant of the country.
“It just came to our attention then. Not only at festivals, but also at other entertainment venues. We are all responsible for what the situation will be. <...> The impression is that the government or the minister needs you not to get infected or anything like that ”, said the minister.
Skvernel supports restrictions
Prime Minister Saulius Skvernelis has no doubt that the Government will decide in the near future to restrict nightclub activities during the Covid-19 pandemic. At that time, the opening hours of catering establishments and bars would be kept to a minimum.
The government did not consider discussing nightclub restrictions at Wednesday’s meeting, the issue was postponed for the near future.
“It just came to our attention then. I think the restriction of working hours for restaurants and cafes will be minimal or not affect them. When it comes to nightclubs, the problem is more acute. Once again it has been suggested that a meeting be held. with the industry so that a decision is not made today and must be implemented today or tomorrow Have the right time to prepare and decide what to do next.
Yes indeed, it is difficult to guarantee safe conditions when it comes to nightclubs, and those decisions will be made one way or another, when it comes to nightclubs, ”S. Skvernelis told reporters a little earlier.
True, the prime minister did not begin to consider exactly what working time restrictions would apply to nightclubs. This, he said, should be recommended by specialists.
“We want doctors, specialists and epidemiologists to make recommendations about the weather, after evaluating what has been presented to us today: the practice of other countries. The practice in other countries is to limit time or close institutions where the minimum requirements cannot be met at all.
This I think is the task entrusted to discuss with the business representatives themselves, professionals. Then the Ministries of Health and the Interior will prepare a draft Government Resolution, discuss it, and make that decision. It is not a question of one or two days ”, assured S. Skvernelis.
Jump new cases
Last day, 48 new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Lithuania, as well as 86 deaths, the Ministry of Health announced on Friday.
This is the highest number of new coronavirus cases in the country since April 19, when 59 new cases of infection were reported.
In Lithuania, a total of 2,810 coronavirus cases have been confirmed, 895 people are still ill and 1,816 have recovered.
A total of 86 people died from COVID-19 and 13 people died from other causes.
According to the National Center for Public Health, 28 new cases of coronavirus were confirmed in Vilnius County, more than half of all new cases.
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