SINGAPORE (Reuters): Singapore will allow small gatherings and the reopening of restaurants and shops from June 19, its health ministry said on Monday (June 15), in a major easing of the city-state's Covid-19 (coronavirus) restrictions.
Social gatherings of up to five people will be permitted from Friday, when the majority of activities resume after more than two months of restrictions, dubbed"circuit breaker" measures. Social distancing requirements will remain in place.
Tiny Singapore has one of the highest infection tallies in Asia, with more than 40,000 cases, because of mass outbreaks in dormitories for its migrant workers. Singapore reopened schools and some businesses earlier this month. The government said on Monday incidence of cases in migrant worker dormitories had declined and there were no new large clusters emerging.
Malls, gyms, parks and beaches are on the list to reopen, but religious congregations, bars, theatres and large-scale events will not yet be allowed to resume activities. The government also said working from home must remain the default for all businesses where feasible.- Reuters
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