China News Agency, London, March 23 (Zhao Xingyiping) British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on the evening of the 23rd that he will implement more stringent "social alienation" measures and implement a "conditional blockade" across the country, which the media has called "British-style closure."
Data map: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
The five restrictions announced are: all British citizens cannot meet with friends or family members who are not living together; close all stores that sell non-essential items such as clothing stores, electronics stores; close libraries, playgrounds, outdoor gyms and worship Places; prohibit public parties with more than two people (excluding those living with you); prohibit all social activities, including weddings, baptisms.
People can only leave the home if they buy basic necessities and buy as little as possible; they can do outdoor sports once a day, such as running, walking or cycling by themselves or with their families; have medical needs or provide care to vulnerable groups Or help; when commuting, but only when absolutely necessary and not done at home.
The measure was implemented for three weeks. If violated, the police have the right to enforce it, including fines and dispersal of the party.
Speaking at the outbreak response conference, Johnson said, "No Prime Minister will be willing to promulgate such measures, which will cause damage to people's lives, work and business efficiency." "I can guarantee that we will review the effect of these restrictions in three weeks' time. If the evidence shows that relaxation of the restrictions is feasible, we will relax them, but now there is no alternative." "The path forward is difficult and many lives will be lost, which is indeed regrettable."
Johnson warns that the new crown virus is "the biggest threat the UK has faced in decades", and that if the government's anti-epidemic recommendations are not taken seriously, the entire UK medical system will collapse in two weeks, so "more severe measures" may be introduced Britain may face an Italian-style blockade.
Scotland ’s first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, said, “I ’ll be honest, the new restriction is the“ urban blockade ”.” “The new crown virus is indeed the biggest challenge of our lives.”
Health Minister Matt Hancock said in an interview. "Take further 'strong measures', hoping to force people to do more 'social alienation'." The British media interpreted this "hard measure" as "British-style closure."
On the 23rd, 967 new cases of new crown pneumonia were diagnosed in the UK and 54 new deaths were reported. A total of 6,650 confirmed cases and 335 deaths were reported. (Finish)