Filenews 2 October 2020
Additional measures in Larnaca and Famagusta come into force from Monday, 5 October 2020, due to the deterioration of the epidemiological picture and the flocks of cases of coronavirus in the two provinces.
In particular, it was decided to implement the following:
- Trainings and competitions of athletes under the age of 18 are prohibited in all team sports and competitions, such as football, basketball, handball, karate, etc.
- Afternoon sports activities organised under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sport and Youth (Sport for All – AGO) are prohibited.
- Checks on businesses and premises are intensified by the competent authorities of the Ministry of Health, the Police and the Ministry of Tourism.
- It is strictly recommended to observe the measures in places where rehearsals and/or cultural events take place (e.g. choirs, theatrical performances, dance, etc.).
At the same time, the Ministry of Health decided to carry out a sample laboratory check on 3,000 people in villages of Larnaca and Famagusta Provinces, due to the increased cases recorded in them and with the aim of controlling the dispersion that exists. The sampling will be targeted on the basis of epidemiological, demographic and other criteria and is expected to start next week. More details will be announced within days.
Source: eyenews