DDHK.ORG - Starting Friday, September 11, 2020, the Government has relaxed strict rules on social distancing. Among them, get-together, which was previously limited to a maximum of 2 people, was relaxed to a maximum of 4 people.
This was conveyed by the Secretary for Food & Health of Hong Kong, Prof. Sophia Chan, Tuesday (8/9/2020). "The maximum number of people allowed to sit together at one table in the catering business (restaurant) location will be increased from 2 to 4, while other requirements and restrictions will remain in effect," the official website of the Government of Hong Kong, news.gov.hk reported. , citing the announcement made by Prof. Sophia.
Public places such as entertainment game centers, public entertainment venues, your mahjong-tin building, and sports venues will be allowed to reopen. Previously, the fitness center, cinema, and beauty salon had reopened first.
Group meetings, or get-together activities, in public places will be limited to a maximum of 4 people, lessened from the previous 2 people. The requirements for wearing masks in public places and public transportation still apply.
"This action will last until September 17," said Prof. Sophia, during a media briefing.
Prof. Sophia also explained that the Hong Kong Government has adopted a phased approach in using a "press and lift" strategy in controlling the Covid-19 outbreak. He said, the relaxation of social distancing rules should be done gradually after considering various aspects.
“We don't just consider the epidemic situation. We also consider the need for activities that are important for daily life, and also the risk of infection which can be substantially reduced by increasing disease prevention and control measures, "he said.
Prof Sophia called on the public to remain vigilant and maintain good hygiene practices so that the spread of the virus outbreak can be further reduced to make way for further easing measures. [DDHK. ORG]
