TIRANA, May 1/ATA/- The Albania Prime Minister Edi Rama announced on Saturday afternoon the plan for partially lifting the coronavirus lockdown restrictions on citizens and businesses under the pandemic conditions.
“The next three weeks will be accompanied by relaxation of restrictions over the course of the weeks,” the Prime Minister said, while emphasizing that, “there may be a change of plan, based on the dynamic situation of COVID-19.”
“As of May 4, plan for relaxation of coronavirus lockdown restrictions envisages the expansion of map of green zones, including, Tropoja, Peqin, Gramsh, Kuçova, Skrapar, Maliq, Kolonjë, Selenica, Rrogozhina, Belsh, Cërrik, Ura Vajgurore, Berat, Poliçan, Devoll, Pustec , Mallakastër and Vlora,” premier said.
“Specific businesses such as hairdressing salons, barber shops, hairdressers and dentists are will be allowed to open their doors as of May 1,” he added.
“For the next third week, May 18, there will be a greater relaxation of restrictions on bars and restaurants which will be allowed to resume work, but only outside, as any service inside will be strictly prohibited and the physical distancing must be respected. While in relation to cultural, artistic, sports activities and the gatherings of more than 5 people will be strictly prohibited. Concerning the repatriated citizens, they will have to self-quarantine at home,” the Prime Minister Rama said. //a.i/
