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Outdoor food establishments reopen under special conditions

Minister Ananiev
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Minister of Health Kiril Ananiyev has issued an order for the operation of outdoor areas in restaurants, fast food establishments, drinking establishments and cafes.

As part of anti-epidemic measures, tables should be more than 2.5 meters apart, with no more than 4 places per table or places enough for a single family. Personnel will be wearing protective masks. Tables and chairs will be disinfected after each visitor. Disinfectant dispensers for customers will be present, too. The order also sets out the rules for conducting driving courses as well as the practice of sports outdoors. Swimming pools are also allowed to function as visitors will be required to have their body temperature measured.




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