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Leisure activities and sport for children and young people in Austria should soon be possible again with certain conditions.
Despite the increasing number of infections, the relaxation of the corona restrictions will come into force on Monday, the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health announced on Thursday.
Before that, Parliament still has to give its approval.
"These measures are an important contribution to the well-being of young people in Austria and to mental health during the pandemic," wrote the ministry led by the Green Rudolf Anschober in a statement.
The opening steps are intended for youth centers, scout groups and sports clubs, it said from the parliamentary group of the Greens.
Under-18s should be allowed to do sports without physical contact with up to ten participants outdoors.
Other small group activities are also allowed indoors.
Participants must register and show negative tests for indoor activities.
In the state of Vorarlberg, Austria wants to take even more extensive opening steps as a test region from Monday.
In addition to the relaxation for children and young people, catering and small events are also permitted there
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