Greek authorities announced the implementation of restrictive measures for Heraklion, Crete, following a spike in the number of coronavirus infections on the island.
The measures which were announced on Monday by the Deputy Minister for Civil Protection & Crisis Management Nikos Hardalias, include the following:
A ban on all public events including parties, religious festivals and street markets
All public and private gatherings must be limited to no more than 9 people
A maximum of 4 people can be seated per table at cafes or restaurants (or 6 people in the event that the people are first degree relatives)
Face masks are mandatory in all public areas
The measures are in place until 6am Tuesday 15th September.
