French authorities begin Monday the process of gradually withdrawing the country from the quarantine imposed in connection with the spread of the coronavirus. The decision was made last week by President Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister Edouard Philippe and approved by Parliament. The country was on a strict quarantine for a period of 56 days, during this time died from the coronavirus more than 26 thousand people.
As explained on may 10, the interior Minister Christoph Kastner, "the process of exiting the quarantine will be in France gradual and will take many weeks".
Monday in all the cities, abolished mandatory use of the paper form or an electronic pass with a QR code, which allowed to leave the house for a short time. Now, however, going to work in Paris must be hand-written explanatory note or certificate with the seal of the employer in which, in particular, indicates the time of travel.
of the Situation in the transport
This document is public transport passengers are obliged to show the inspector – otherwise they face a fine of at least EUR 135. Fine will begin from Wednesday. Passengers must also wear masks.
On each platform of the Paris metro are equipped with devices for hand disinfection using ultraviolet radiation. On the floor in corridors caused the arrows and the dividing strip and at the stations marked the places that need to take in order to keep the distance. With the same purpose in cars, some seats covered with tape.
On the line will be about 60% of regional trains and 25% of high-speed trains TGV (Te-same-ve) linking the main cities of the country. Located at railway stations is possible only in disguise. The main administration of railway transport also encouraged passengers to take along for the ride antiseptic hand gel. The railway workers were ordered not to allow large concentrations of people at railway stations and stations, so under certain circumstances they can close.
Monday will be used 75% of the rolling stock of the capital’s overground and underground public transport. Will be closed 60 of the 302 stations of the Paris metro. During peak hours in the subway will let basically anyone who goes to or from work, and from whom there is help, and also those who use this mode of transport is required due to extraordinary circumstances.
It is expected that in the region of Paris on the line will be up to 60% of the commuter train. As reported by Castaner, transport companies will receive on Monday from the government 10 million protective masks that will have to be distributed to passengers.
to Open shops and educational institutions
In the country open all the shops, except for large tradess centers (area of 40 thousand square meters and more). Supermarkets will be opened with the permission of mayors. Store owners may require buyers to put on a mask when entering. In most trading rooms on the floor marking, according to which is obliged to move visitors.
Open markets. Parks and squares in most cities remain closed. However, they will be able to get those who individually does sport in the fresh air. The municipal authorities at its discretion will address the issue of access to the shores of lakes and sea beaches.
The country will not run theatres and concert halls, visitors will only take small museums.
All cafes and restaurants are closed until at least June.
On Monday, schools will open for teachers to prepare classes to returning students. In General, it is planned that on may 11 will earn 86% from 50.5 thousand schools, which will study more than 1.5 million students from 6.7 million, should get half of the teaching staff. In the Paris schools and high schools will begin from may 14.
