Poland may impose more curbs on citizens

Poland may impose further constraints on citizens to prevent the spread of coronavirus given the likelihood of a sharp increase in the number of infections this week, senior government officials said on Monday.

Authorities have already shut schools, cinemas and theatres limited public gatherings to no more than 50 people, banned the entry of foreigners and introduced a “state of epidemic”, recommending Poles stay at home.

“The government is considering various options regarding the epidemic situation, including launching other limitations beyond those taken to date,” government spokesman Piotr Muller told public radio, without providing details.

Some government officials said that too many Poles have not been complying with appeals for social-distancing, with many venturing outdoors to enjoy balmy early spring sunshine.

Poland, with the largest economy and population in the east of the European Union, has reported 649 coronavirus cases to date, including seven deaths.

The cabinet was expected to discuss further restrictions on Monday as Poland expects the number of infections to jump to a few thousand by the end of the week.

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