Slovenia’s government on Thursday said it will ease its restrictions aimed to contain the spread of the coronavirus, starting from Monday.
The country has so far confirmed 1,268 cases and 61 deaths from the disease. Wednesday was the first day since March 29 with no coronavirus-related deaths reported.
The measures have been imposed since the middle of March. Slovenia had closed all shops, apart from food and drug stores.
The government said that most shops, including those selling furniture, cars, bicycles and construction material as well as car service centers will be opened from April 20. Hairdressers, beauty parlors and pet grooming centers will open on May 4.
Schools, kindergartens, universities, libraries and cultural institutions remain closed, while public transport continues to be suspended.
Citizens will still have to wear face masks in shops and will not be allowed to socialize in public spaces. They also are not allowed to move outside their own municipality except for work, or to see a doctor.
