New Health Measures in the Principality of Monaco to Counter the Resurgence of Covid
The Prince’s Government has just announced new health measures to fight the Covid-19 pandemic, measures which will be in effect until December 20 (start of the Christmas holidays).
From Saturday November 27: the obligation again to wear masks outdoors, at all times and everywhere in the Principality.
From Monday, November 29:
PCR Tests: The validity of PCR tests is reduced from 72 to 24 hours.
Remote work is highly recommended in the private and public sectors.
Cocktails: Suspension of standing cocktails and all standing drinks in establishments.
Dance: Suspension of dance and karaoke activities in establishments offering them.
Sports: Wearing a mask has been reinstated for indoor sports (except for competitions) and for school sports.
School swimming lessons are suspended.
Also suspension of combat and contact sports.
From Monday November 29th, the measures initially planned for December 1st come into force.
Health Pass
Everyone must present a valid health pass to consume inside and on the terrace of restaurants and bars. This also applies to young people aged 16 to 18.
The health pass will also be required to access performance halls and meeting spaces when there are more than 300 people. This concerns, in particular, the Opera, the Princess Grace Theater and the Grimaldi Forum.
In view of the epidemic rebound, the Government plans for next December 15 to extend the obligation of the health pass to all people who work in places where the pass is required for the public who access it. This concerns restaurants, bars, nightclubs, as well as the Stade Louis II, the Grimaldi Forum and the Opera in particular.
In accordance with the usual consultation method, the Government discussed these measures with the National Council in a Joint Committee, and is continuing its consultations with the representatives of the employers of the major sectors of activity and the Unions of Employees.
