New Abu Dhabi Covid rules, movement restrictions begin tomorrow

  • Date: 18-Jul-2021
  • Source: Khaleej Times
  • Sector:Healthcare
  • Country:UAE
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New Abu Dhabi Covid rules, movement restrictions begin tomorrow

Sweeping Covid-19 safety measures in Abu Dhabi will come into effect from tomorrow, July 19 "” the first day of the Eid Al Adha break. The new measures include movement restrictions; testing and entry rules; and reduced capacity at malls, cinemas and other public spaces. The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has also issued safety guidelines to be followed by residents for Eid Al Adha. The in the UAE Capital from tomorrow. - Movement restrictions apply from midnight to 5am. - There will be no transportation services. - Residents must stay at home; they must only step out if absolutely necessary, or to get essential supplies such as food and medicine. - Residents can apply for a movement permit via www.adpolice.gov.ae. - At restaurants, cafes, beaches and parks, from 60 to 50 per cent. - Public transport buses will operate at half capacity "” down from 75 per cent earlier. - Shopping malls will operate at 40 per cent capacity and cinemas at 30 per cent. - A maximum of three passengers may travel in a five-passenger taxi and four in a seven-passenger one. Both vaccinated and unvaccinated residents must adhere to . - Entry to the Emirate