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“A week ago it seemed even better than today”: the Federal Council is only taking a small step to alleviate the situation with a view to Easter; this is not well received in eastern Switzerland
The Federal Council is not accommodating a millimeter to the catering establishments or the churches: the cantons of eastern Switzerland react with dismay at the minimal relaxation of the Federal Council. You had argued with the deep exposure of intensive care units by Covid patients.
The restaurant terraces remain empty.
Undoubtedly: St. Gallen health director Bruno Damann expected more from the described exit from the confinement, along with the other eastern Swiss cantons of Thurgau, Appenzell Ausserrhoden and Appenzell Innerrhoden. With their main demand for the leadership of the federal government, they knew they were in good company: a clear majority of the cantons agreed in principle with the initial steps, but half of the cantons, in unison with Eastern Switzerland, agreed that The restaurants would not only be open to Monday Terraces guests, but they should also be allowed to welcome back inside.
None of this will be implemented, as it was leaked shortly before the press conference. Only the rules for family reunions – according to Federal Councilor Berset, “a massive invasion of privacy” – are being relaxed, from five to ten people. His advice: you should get tested beforehand. These rapid tests should be available in early April. The Federal Council stood firm at Friday’s meeting after three of the four benchmarks it set for further easing were not met. In view of the growing number of cases, this is not the time for a second big opening step, said Federal Councilor Berset. He wants to decide this after Easter.
Bruno Damann, district president of the canton of St. Gallen.
That the cantons of eastern Switzerland and with them the Chief of Health of St. Gallen, Who had accounted for the biggest easing steps in the 10-10 SRF broadcast on Tuesday night, used very little for their worries? We wanted that Bruno Damann happy to ask on friday. The response was significantly brief: the government of St. Gallen made its position known during the hearing. And literally:
“It will implement the measures in accordance with the resolution of the Federal Council.”
Point.
Thurgau: “The federal government should finally deliver the vaccines”
Walter Schönholzer (FDP), Chief Financial Officer and District President of Thurgau.
“Very disappointed” responds at the request of the Walter Schönholzer, President of the Thurgau district. It’s a joke that now only private gatherings of five to a maximum of ten people are relaxing. Does the Federal Council weigh incorrectly? “He leads the country, in that sense he is always right and he also has to take responsibility,” Schönholzer comments dryly. Until now, the overload of the healthcare system has always been used as an argument for the need for restrictions. “But now we have a completely different starting position.” The burden of Covid patients in intensive care units is low. However, due to vague fear, this fades and new reasons are sought instead.
“I have more and more problems with that, and the population certainly has it too.”
Does the motto now have to be vaccination first and foremost? “Yes, of course, the federal government should finally deliver the vaccines,” appeals the regional president of Thurgau. Because: “We have been prepared for a long time.”
Appenzell Ausserrhoden: the situation is assessed differently
Of the Ausserrhoder Landammann Alfred Stricker expresses disappointment that the canton’s demands have been disregarded. “We judge the situation differently and demand that the number of free intensive care beds serve more as a basis for decision-making.” The arguments for the federal government hearing were elaborate and serious. “But sadly, the effect has worn off.”
Alfred Stricker, Ausserrhoder Landammann.
Above all, he understands that universities cannot yet teach face-to-face classes, according to Stricker.
“All the cantons agreed on this point.”
On the other hand, it was to be expected that there would be no relaxation in the restaurant sector. “Only half of the cantons were in favor.” Hope remains that the situation with the three-pillar strategy will improve as soon as possible.
Appenzell Innerrhoden: the government is stunned
Roland Inauen, Landammann Appenzell Innerrhoden.
“We are upset,” he says. Innerrhoder Landammann Roland Inauen. 26 cantonal governments, countless secretaries and cantonal employees met last weekend, had drafted consultations on possible easing measures, and now this: “The Federal Council has debated these statements, as well as the statement of the National Council, calling for a broader opening, “he says in the press release. That sounds downright cynical, Inauen thinks. Enervated says:
“For the owners it is more than a slap in the face.”
In the private sphere, you relax without protection measures, since the risk is much higher than in restaurants with protection concepts.
The professional ethics committee cannot understand that the Federal Council is presenting guiding values for future closings rather than prospects for opening steps. The most important value, that of free intensive care beds, is in the green zone and yet any loosening is now prevented. Universities, calling for a gradual return to face-to-face teaching, or churches, are not accommodating an inch.
