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Authorities extend the state of alert

The Government in Bucharest is considering the possibility of greenlighting cultural and sports events, despite the state of alert

Authorities extend the state of alert
Authorities extend the state of alert

, 11.05.2021, 14:00

Like
in most European states, the COVID-19 pandemic continues its downward trend in
Romania as well. Almost all the country’s counties are now in the green area,
with an infection rate below 1.5 per thousand inhabitants. The number of new
cases and critical patients continues to do down, and the vaccination campaign
is reporting good progress. Even so, Prime Minister Florin Cîţu decided to
extend the state of alert by another 30 days starting Thursday, in order to
keep the pandemic in check. Some of the restrictions will be lifted. As regards
the obligation of wearing face masks in open areas or restrictions for
vaccinated people, Florin Cîţu said he will take under advisement the experts’ recommendations.


Some
measures are now pointless. For instance, in mountain resorts, some of the
restrictions, introduced two months ago for skiers, will be lifted as now they
are pointless. We will consult with experts first and, depending on their
recommendations, we will come with an answer. In my opinion, people who got
vaccinated and no longer pose a risk to society should enjoy a normal life.


In
turn, State Secretary Raed Arafat said health safety regulations should be
observed in the coming period as well, and announced the lifting of some
restrictions, such as the ban on participation in religious processions and
pilgrimages. On Thursday, people celebrating Ramadan will be able to travel
freely at night. Sports and cultural events will be held again at half-capacity,
with access given only to certain categories of people.


Participation will be allowed only for vaccinated
people or those who’ve had the disease in the last three months, or to people
who present a negative PCR test for COVID-19, no older than 72 hours. The
Health Ministry has also requested an antigen test taken 24 hours before the
event, with the presentation of a certificate attesting to the negative result.


As
regards the hospitality sector, Secretary Arafat said a possible reopening of
restaurants at full capacity will entail certain access protocols, and a final
decision will be taken before June 1. Right now, restaurants are open at half
capacity with free access to people in areas where the infection rate remains
under 1.5 per thousand inhabitants. Parties for anniversary occasions or
private parties in enclosed or open spaces remain banned. (V.P.)

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