In order to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, the German government has announced plans to gradually relax the regulations required when using retail stores and restaurants, and to eliminate most of them after the 20th of next month. Did.
With the spread of the Omicron strain in Germany, the number of new infections per day continues to exceed 200,000, but experts predict that the infection will improve in the coming weeks.
Under these circumstances, Prime Minister Schortz announced at a press conference on the 16th that he plans to relax the regulations in three stages.
As a result, first of all, the regulation that limits shopping at retail stores other than those selling daily necessities to those who have completed vaccination will be abolished nationwide.
In addition, after the 4th of next month, even people who have not completed vaccination will be able to eat and drink at restaurants if they show a negative test certificate, and up to 20,000 for large-scale outdoor events such as sports. It is said that it will accept 5,000 spectators.
In addition, from the 20th of next month, most regulations will be lifted, including regulations requiring companies to allow employees to work from home.
On the other hand, it is still necessary to wear masks in public transportation.
At the press conference, Prime Minister Schortz said, "The pandemic is not over, and we must be cautious."