qatar omicron news today: Third wave in Qatar; More restrictions from Saturday- Everything you need to know

Doha: Qatar has decided to impose new restrictions on the spread of Kovid. The new restrictions were announced at a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdul Aziz Al Thani at the Amiri Diwan yesterday. The new restrictions will take effect on Saturday.

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Antigen test once a week for employees

Although government and private sector employees are allowed to work directly in the workplace, maintaining social distance is mandatory. No more than 15 people in the workplace should attend the meeting. Those who have not been completely vaccinated with the Kovid vaccine should have a rapid antigen test once a week. Those who have been fully vaccinated and those who have recovered from the Covid need not be tested. Mask understanding and maintaining social distance are mandatory everywhere. Exemptions are available only for those who are involved in sports.

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Ihtiras app when leaving home

Everyone needs to activate the Ihtiras app on their smartphone when they leave home. Churches will be open for prayers and Friday prayers from 5 p.m., but children under the age of 12 are not allowed to enter. Places of worship should operate only in compliance with the regulations of the Department of Health on the understanding of masks and social distance.

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Only 10 people at home ceremonies

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Only 10 people who have been vaccinated should attend ceremonies in closed areas of homes and majlis. Number does not matter if they live in the same house. In open spaces the maximum number of people is 15. Everyone must be fully vaccinated. Up to 40 people who have been vaccinated will be allowed at weddings held in halls. Up to 80 people can attend wedding parties in open spaces. People should not exceed 50 percent of the capacity of the space.

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Only a maximum of four people in the vehicle

Parks, beaches, and cornices can accommodate up to 15 people. This does not apply if you are from the same household. Individual sports activities such as walking, cycling and running will be allowed. The vehicle can only carry a maximum of four people. Four people, including the driver. Number does not matter if they are in the same household. The bus can carry only 60 per cent of the capacity. Social distance must be maintained to sit. The metro and other public transport systems can only carry people at 60 per cent capacity. Toilets and smoking areas in the metro will be closed.

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Theaters are only allowed at 50% capacity

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Driving schools in the country can operate at 50 per cent capacity. Theaters can also accommodate only 50 per cent of the capacity. Admission is restricted to those who have been fully vaccinated. Educational institutions, training centers and nurseries can operate at 50 per cent capacity. No more than 50 people in a hall. There is a requirement that everyone be vaccinated. Institutions for students with disabilities should not have more than five students. Trainees must be vaccinated.

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Malls can operate at 75 percent capacity

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Shopping malls and commercial complexes can accommodate up to 75% of the capacity. Admission is restricted to those who have been vaccinated. The food courts in these areas can operate at 30 per cent capacity. The prayer halls, changing rooms and toilets in these areas may operate in accordance with the regulations of the Department of Health.

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Restrictions on restaurants

Qatar Clean Certified establishments may operate in open spaces adjacent to restaurants and cafes at 75 per cent capacity and at 40 per cent capacity if operated under the requirements of the Ministry of Commerce. Inside restaurants, Qatar Clean establishments can only admit people at fifty and thirty percent capacity. Admission is restricted to those who have been vaccinated. Children under the age of 12 should be admitted only if they are with family.

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