Last curfew ended in Serbia this morning: Respect the measures that are still in force

The last curfew ended in Serbia at five o'clock this morning, a measure introduced as part of the state of emergency to combat the spread of coronavirus.

Last night, the Assembly of Serbia voted to end the state of emergency, introduced on March 15, so there will be no more bans on movement, but certain protection measures remain in force in order to reduce the possibility of the spread of coronavirus.

"It is dangerous to say it's over, to say that the danger has passed. Physical distance is still important, as is wearing a mask and of course washing your hands. The point is to prevent the virus from spreading. We all have to beat this together," immunologist Srdja Jankovic told Prva TV this morning.

"The epidemic is weakening, the virus is decreasing. Severe clinical pictures are less common, but this does not necessarily mean that the virus has already weakened. The incubation period has weakened," he added.

As it was stressed last night after the lifting of the state of emergency, this does not mean that we will return to the routine as before March 15, because certain measures that were introduced in order to reduce the possibility of spreading coronavirus remain in force.

The deputies also adopted the Law on the Validity of the Decree which the government of Serbia, with co-signature of the president of the Republic, passed during the state of emergency and which was confirmed by the National Assembly.

11 decrees that were in force during the state of emergency were abolished, relating to organization of work, a part of tax measures, manner of borrowing, participation in criminal proceedings.

From today, there is no restriction on the movement of pensioners, either. They will be able to go outside whenever they want, but, like everyone else, they should adhere to the measures prescribed by epidemiologists.

Thus pensioners, like everyone else, are not recommended to walk in a group, and the additional advice from members of the Crisis HQ set up to fight coronavirus is that the oldest citizens should spend as much time as possible in their homes. Keeping a distance of two meters also remains in force, so all citizens of Serbia will have to avoid contacts such as shaking hands and hugs until further notice.

It should also be stressed that going to large family gatherings: weddings, birthdays and christenings is still not recommended, at least until June 15.

Accordingly, cinemas and theaters will not start operating until May 31. A maximum of 20 people will be allowed to gather in open air, so there will be no sporting events with an audience.

The biggest "danger" comes from public transport restarting on Friday. Special conditions will apply here as well. Only passengers who have a monthly Bus-Plus ticket for employees or a periodic ticket will be allowed to enter a vehicle, but must also have a confirmation from the company employing them that they are under obligation to come to work. Of course, all public transport users will need to wear masks and gloves - otherwise they will not be allowed into the vehicles.

(Telegraf.rs)