Coronavirus: France mandates masks for schools and transport
Addressing parliament, Mr Philippe said the lockdown had saved an estimated 62,000 lives in France in a month, but that it was time to ease measures to avoid an economic collapse.
The government has set a target to carry out at least 700,000 coronavirus tests per week from 11 May, the prime minister said, and will cover the cost of testing. Those found to have the virus will be expected to self-isolate, either at home with their families or in requisitioned hotels. And as for the rest of the population, life will very gradually resume.
Masks will also be sold on the website of the French post office, and five million washable masks will be set aside each week for the most vulnerable.The government has asked companies to provide French workers with masks
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