Prime Minister Andrew Holness has announced changes to the measures and protocols in place to fight the spread of COVID-19.
The new measures start Tuesday, September 8, and will end on Wednesday, September 23.
These include:
- An 8:00 pm to 5:00 am curfew from September 8 to September 23.
- Reduction in numbers at public gatherings from 20 to 15 people.
- People 70 years and older are required to stay home, but will be allowed to leave once each day for necessities. Down from age 75.
- One person less than the legal maximum allowed in taxis. Passengers are required to wear masks while in the vehicles.
- The prohibition on funerals and parties continues. Burials are allowed with 15 people, including no more than 10 mourners.
- Normal church services are allowed for institutions which follow the protocols. There should be no more than 15 people gathered in the church yard.
- All businesses should facilitate workers to work from home if they are able to.
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