The first step has been taken by the Council of Ministers, called upon after some time to deal again with the increase in coronavirus cases in the community and to take decisions to avoid the worst.
High on the agenda was the issue of reintroducing the use of masks in certain enclosed spaces. Confirming what was reported in yesterday's Cyprus Times, the Council of Ministers decided to make the use of masks mandatory again in pharmacies and clinical laboratories from June 30. The measure will apply to both pharmacists and customers. At the same time, the use of masks becomes compulsory in other places where tests are carried out.
In addition, it was decided to introduce a laffon on the selling price of self-tests per piece which was set at 1.70 while in clinical laboratories pcr will be carried out at a cost of 30 instead of 50 euros. With effect from 4 July. As a reminder, a cap on the sale of the 5 self test packet at a price of 6 euros is also in force.
Furthermore, it is strongly recommended that those who congregate in enclosed spaces or meet with high-risk individuals should wear a protective mask.
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