Portugal tightens Covid-19 measures as infections surge
Italy and UK report higher new coronavirus infections while Belgium's government will meet on October 16 to decide on additional restrictive measures
14 October 2020 - 18:36
Lisbon — Tougher measures will be imposed in Portugal from Thursday to contain record levels of coronavirus cases, including stricter limits on gatherings and heavier penalties for rule-breaking establishments.
Prime Minister Antonio Costa will also submit a proposal to parliament to make face masks compulsory in crowded outdoor spaces, and use of the government's tracing app compulsory for some workforces...
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