The Government has on Friday announced further details for the new measures that will come into effect from tomorrow – Saturday.

As already announced, persons over 65-years old as well as vulnerable persons with chronic diseases are to stay at home.

The Government explained that there are some exemptions that apply for instances such as when it is necessary for these persons to go out for medical appointments, to buy food and medicines, and to attend to personal needs which are absolutely necessary, such as visit the bank.

Also included is the occasion when a vulnerable person needs to attend and care for their animals that are not kept at home.

They should not linger outside for more than is necessary and should obey all the social distancing directives.

Vulnerable persons who work in the health sector and those in positions of leadership in essential sectors are completely exempted from this measure, the Government said.

Anyone who lives in the same households as vulnerable persons are only permitted to go to work, get necessary shopping, attend medical appointments, and exercise their children visitation rights in accordance with the orders of the competent court.

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