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Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven announced strict measures and advice on Monday afternoon.
Over the past week, the government and health authorities have repeatedly called on the Swedish population to take infection control advice seriously. It occurs after a very rapid increase in infection, more and more intensive care patients with covid-19, and once again double-digit deaths per day.
See the clip with Löfven on the top of the box.
– Part of the Swedish strategy has always been to have bans and recommendations. In the spring we saw that the Swedes were following the advice and using common sense. It lasted a long time, says Löfven.
– Now we see that less people follow them. In a way, it is understandable. Many people are tired of this situation. I understand it very well, says Löfven at today’s press conference.
Now look to the future, based on the current situation:
– It’s going to get worse. Do your duty, take your responsibility to stop the spread of infection, he says.
Maximum 8 people
– Today I can announce that it will be proposed that as of November 24, a maximum of 8 people can participate in social gatherings. This is a very intrusive measure. It is unmatched in modern times, but it is absolutely necessary for us to limit the spread of infection, says the Prime Minister.
Previously, the rule was 50 people.
– If someone now thinks: – Very well, then I can organize dinner for 8 people, then it is wrong, continue.
– In regions with stricter general councils, you should only partner with those with whom you live. It is your responsibility to find out what applies to you. These general tips are very strict. They must be followed by each person individually.
– The decision to limit meetings to eight people is a very clear signal for everyone in our country and for the whole of Swedish society, says Löfven.
– Don’t go to the gym, don’t go to the library, don’t organize dinners and don’t party, says the Swedish Prime Minister.
Home parties and hospitals
Interior Minister Damberg emphasizes the seriousness:
– Too many people behave as if the danger has passed. The discos filled the dance floor until we stopped it, and the house parties continue, says Interior Minister Mikael Damberg, who assures that the proposal for a maximum of 8 people will be sent for consultation today, and according to the current plan three as of November 24.
– The consequences of our behavior not only affect the elderly and relatives. It also affects nurses and doctors who are now terrified of the situation getting worse, says Finance Minister Per Bolund.
– It is a time of trial, it is your choices and mine every day, hour and moment that will determine how we manage this. Make the right choice – for yourself, for society and for Sweden, concludes Löfven.
Nozzle
Despite strict measures, Löfven will still not recommend bandages in public transport:
– The use of masks is not prohibited, but it is also important to think about social distancing.
– The question is open if infection control will require it, says Johan Carlson, head of the Public Health Authority.
Crowded buses, trams and subways are a bigger problem, he believes:
– There are many things you can do when it comes to distance. Adapt public transport, opening hours and the like. An overload situation is not resolved with a bandage, responds Johan Carlson, CEO of the Swedish Public Health Agency.
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