Switzerland’s federal government announced today that all gatherings in public spaces, including unplanned ones, are now banned. Public spaces include parks, squares and streets.
People gathering in groups of fewer than 5 must stay at least 2 metres apart. The police have been given authority to issue fines of CHF 100 per person to anyone flouting the rules.
In addition, cantons can close parks if people fail to respect the rules.
On 20 March 2020, Switzerland, had close to 5,000 recorded cases of Coronavirus infection, however the real number is estimated to be far higher and rising.
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Suzi Mueller says
Theres more than 5 people’ in the supermarket s .. queue s outside are ok but inside mayhem as lots of people in crowded aisles. ARE THE SWISS REALLY STUPID. ..whats the point queuing with distancing if theres no distancing in the shop? Why is there no more online shopping available, controls in shops, more testing, a proper hotline info service, and why are the commune s not caring for the sick and vulnerable. Theres no way to avoid risking your life buying food and no maaks being handed out . Im immune diseased , nobody there to help me shop . But still paying massive health insurance bills.. when are the swiss going to take this seriously… for the sake of the few health care workers trying to save people please!! No beds left in the hospitals .. are people in ch just going to die at home?? Please somebody answer!!
Mary Biiber says
Excellent move. I am an elderly person and like to take a walk alone twice a day and have noticed groups of young men totally ignoring the rules especially in the evenings.