Conceding that the risk of an increase in infections is still high given the high transmissibility of the Omicron variant, the government called on all organisers of gatherings to ensure that all health protocols are observed at all times and that all attendees are encouraged to be vaccinated.The restaurant industry welcomed the decision to remove the restriction on serving alcohol at restaurants licensed to do so beyond 11 pm.”The NCCC will continue to closely monitor the situation and will make further adjustments as necessary, particularly if pressure on health facilities increases, the statement said as it also reminded people that wearing of masks in public places is still mandatory, and failure to wear a mask when required remains a criminal offence.With schools due to start opening in the next fortnight, parents have also been encouraged to use the available time to get their children older than 12 years to get vaccinated before then.This will avoid learners losing school time as a result of testing positive or as a result of contact with people infected with COVID-19, the Presidency said.
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