St Kitts and Nevis new COVID-19 guidelines: No mass events or beach fetes, Bars allowed to operate
Prime Minister Dr Timothy Harris, during his national address, announced new guidelines as control and prevention measures for the federation.
Saturday, 22nd May 2021
St Kitts and Nevis: Prime Minister Dr Timothy Harris, during his national address, announced new guidelines as control and prevention measures for the federation. He also called upon people to take the vaccine terming it as the most potent weapon against the virus.
Dr Harris said, “My priority as your Prime Minister and that of your Team Unity Government is to ensure the health, safety and security of every citizen and resident of this our beloved federation. As a result of this, my government accepts the recommendations of the Health Emergency Operating Committee headed by the Chief Medical Officer.”
Prime Minister announced that beginning from 6 AM on Saturday, May 22, the following guidelines would apply:
- No mass events or jam sessions will be allowed; they have the potential to be super spreaders.
- Football matches and sporting activities can be held only with permission of the Commissioner of police; only fully vaccinated persons with ID will be allowed entry. All other COVID-19 measures must be adhered to.
- Bars can be allowed to operate until 12 midnight, the last hour of operation being 11 PM to 12 midnight. Bars must be closed between 12 PM-midnight and 6 AM for the next two weeks. No bands are allowed at bars. However, house music is acceptable.
- Concerning public transport, there shall be enforcement of COVID-19 prevention and control measures. Wear masks upon entering and for the entire duration of the trip. Windows must be open. There shall be temperature checks on ferries, documentation of all travellers’ information.
- Church, weddings and funerals can be held. Physical distancing, wearing of masks, hand sanitising must be enforced.
- No mass events or beach fetes are allowed until further notice for beaches.
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