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The number of new daily cases of corona infections has continued to increase recently in Denmark and especially in Copenhagen. Just two days ago, new initiatives were taken in an attempt to stop the spread of the infection in the metropolitan region, including requirements for mouth guards in bars, restaurants and coffee shops.
Additionally, restaurants should in Copenhagen and 16 surrounding municipalities they close at 10pm. Just over a week ago the number of people who can meet was also reduced from 100 to 50 people, except for events where one feels they have a limit of no more than 500 people.
The number of covid patients being treated in hospitals has also increased in the last 14 days, from 18 to 60 people, the Danish radio writes. 14 percent of those admitted are under 30 years of age.
Mette Frederiksen at a press conference in August.
Photo: Mads Claus Rasmussen / Ritzau Scanpix / AP
At the press conference, the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen (S), declared a series of measures that will now be introduced to overcome the situation of the crown in the country.
The restrictions are very similar in the Swedish strategy: To work from home if possible, avoid using public transport if not necessary and the restrictions in public settings.
The opening hours of restaurants and cafes for the whole country will be introduced.
The prime minister is aware that the measures may be perceived as frustrating, but emphasizes that it is everyone’s responsibility to try to stop the spread of infection.
– We must all use our common sense. It’s about limiting social interaction with other people, says Mette Frederiksen, adding:
– We are in the middle of a global pandemic. Now is the time to reduce the infection.
Mette Frederiksen also mentioned that the corona pandemic is hitting the country’s economy hard and therefore they want to avoid a severe shutdown of the country as much as possible and continue to keep society going.
The new measures mainly apply until October 4.
