Sweden resorts to tougher Covid-19 restrictions as infections rise
Prime Minister Stefan Lofven limits public gatherings and says an unprecedented response is needed to curb rising infections
16 November 2020 - 22:36
Stockholm — Sweden resorted to its toughest restrictions yet to fight the coronavirus pandemic, after a spike in new cases led to a steady influx of infected people filling intensive care beds.
From November 24, public gatherings of more than eight people will be banned, Prime Minister Stefan Lofven said on Monday. He said the “unprecedented” response was needed if Sweden is to “curb transmission.”..
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