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In light of the huge increase in corona infections, several European countries are turning to sharper weapons in the fight against the pandemic. Some of the new measures are similar to a nationwide lockdown. An overview of current developments and measures.
Ireland
The measures have been tightened considerably: as of last night, the highest level of five measures has been in place for six weeks. Those who may have to work from home in Ireland before December 1st. Stores that do not sell essentials are closed. Meetings with other households are prohibited with some exceptions. Schools remain open and outdoor sports are allowed within a 5 kilometer radius.
Cocktails are only available to go – a woman walks past a closed bar in Dublin.
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Italy
Lombardy is again seriously affected. As of tonight, night exit bans apply to the ten million citizens in this region, as well as in Milan and Bergamo: people can only leave their home between 11 pm and 5 am for reasons such as illness or work.
Starting Friday there will also be a night curfew in the Lazio region, to which the capital Rome belongs. Other measures for restaurants and bars have been in effect since Sunday: a maximum of six guests can sit per table in bars, from 6pm standing guests are not served. The bars also close at midnight.
Spain
The two-week confinement ends this week in the capital, Madrid. This was imposed by the central government against the will of the regional government. After the closure has opened, the city is considering closing the worst-hit urban areas and a nightly curfew. This possibility was also discussed for the whole of Spain, but for this the parliament would have to agree on the declaration of emergency, which was previously considered unlikely.
According to the Spanish Minister of Health, the situation is out of control, so stricter measures are necessary, which he is coordinating with the authorities. The pandemic will make life difficult for Spaniards for another five to six months.
Czech Republic
Corona numbers in the Czech Republic are growing rapidly, the Ministry of Health reports 14,958 new infections in one day. This prompts the government to implement a new blockade, which will take effect as of today.
The country has been in emergency since October 5. The Czech Republic has almost 10.7 million inhabitants, of which a total of almost 194,000 have been infected with Corona.
The squares are empty: two people cross the otherwise crowded square in front of Prague Castle.
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Slovakia
Record rise of 2,202 corona infections in one day: Prime Minister Igor Matovic no longer rules out a lockdown. To avoid conditions similar to those in neighboring Czech Republic, it probably just helps to “seal the whole country”. Corona’s national crisis team must make a decision today.
Bulgaria
At the moment, until the end of November, an outdoor mask requirement should apply. However, this measure is highly controversial in the country.
