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    Today marks one year since the launch of website covid19.gov.lv and single helpline 8345

    The number of unique users who have visited the single website covid19.gov.lv , which was developed a year ago, amounts to 1.46 million. The single helpline 8345 has been operating for as long, with operators providing more than 100 thousand consultations.... Covid-19... covid 19... Covid-19 helpline... Covid--19 webpage...
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    Published: 24.03.2021.

    Government decides on aid to businesses and expands precautions to restrict spread of Covid-19"

    In order to reduce the risk of further spread of Covid-19 among the population of Latvia, the government has expanded the range of precautionary measures. Changes pertain to incoming travellers, public gatherings, as well as the work of education institutions....
    Article
    Published: 19.03.2020.

    Merchants must ensure additional precautions in stores to limit spread of Covid-19

    Merchants are free to play the announcement in other languages as well. Other measures shall also be implemented as possible to restrict the flow of people at retail sites to promote compliance with Ministry of Health recommendations for limiting the spread of Covid-19, as well as following the recommendations published on the website of the Ministry of Economics....
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    Published: 20.03.2020.

    Stricter rules for physical distancing of persons are introduced to limit the spread of Covid-19

      In order to minimise the risk of further spread of Covid-19 among Latvian residents, the Government has adopted stricter rules to limit the assembly of people at private and public events and other restrictions....
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    Published: 29.03.2020.

    The increase in vaccination rates and the arrival of summer allow us to take the next step in reducing Covid-19 control measures

    On 1 June, after assessing the epidemiological situation, the Cabinet of Ministers decided to follow the four-step plan and gradually ease Covid-19 control measures in education, culture, trade, and certain other areas.... Covid-19...
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    Published: 02.06.2021.

    Kariņš: EU investment must strengthen the economies of member states in order to overcome the consequences of Covid-19

    “The European Union must strengthen the economies of the member states by ensuring investment and promoting solidarity in order to overcome the consequences of Covid-19,” said Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš in a Quest Means Business interview with CNN International on Wednesday, 1 July....
    Article
    Published: 02.07.2020.

    A solution has been found to the situation in Valka and Valga if the incidence of Covid-19 increases in Estonia

    If the incidence of Covid-19 increases in Estonia, the residents of Valka and Valga municipalities will not have to observe 14 days of self-isolation. Such a decision was made today, on 8 September, by the government, so that the inhabitants of these cities may freely cross the state border on a daily basis and their access to services, family and working conditions are not affected....
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    Published: 08.09.2020.

    The Cabinet of Ministers has decided on the restrictions for limiting the spread of Covid-19 for after the end of the state of emergency

    On Tuesday, 9 June, the Cabinet of Ministers decided on further restrictions for limiting the spread of Covid-19 in Latvia, which will take effect starting from tomorrow, 10 June, together with the lifting of the state of emergency....
    Article
    Published: 09.06.2020.

    The Cabinet reduces restrictions on the spread of Covid-19 in the interests of the economy by setting strict epidemiological safety requirements

    On Wednesday, 2 September, the Cabinet of Ministers approved changes in the Regulation governing epidemiological safety measures for the limitation of the spread of Covid-19 and affecting the transport, education and health sectors....
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    Published: 03.09.2020.

    Self-isolation will not be required when returning from countries with a relatively low Covid-19 morbidity rate

    On Tuesday, 2 June, the Cabinet of Ministers decided, as of 3 June, to expand the list of countries after returning from which a 14-day self-isolation will not be required. Self-isolation will not be required for Latvian nationals, permanent residents, and foreigners who have not visited countries other than Latvia, Lithuania, or Estonia over the last 14 days or who have visited countries published on the website of the Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (SPKC) with a 14-day cumulative number of Covid-19 cases that does not exceed 15 people per 100,000 inhabitants....
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    Published: 02.06.2020.

    Strategy of the government for the next stage of Covid-19 restrictions: strict domestic health measures and gradual easing of restrictions"

    Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš: “The government's strategy for the next Covid-19 restriction stage will be based on strict public health safety measures and a gradual easing of restrictions....
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    Published: 07.05.2020.

    Doctors will be allowed to provide consultations remotely also in the future; testing for Covid-19 will not be stopped, and state-paid testing will be available for everyone

      In order to be able to continue testing for Covid-19, ensure remote consultations, and enforce other requirements after the end of the state of emergency, today, on 9 June, the government confirmed the relevant provisions in the regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers* which will remain in force until the end of this year....
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    Published: 09.06.2020.

    With the percentage of vaccinated population growing, restrictions will be eased on gatherings and service provision

    On Thursday, 27 May, the Cabinet of Ministers decided to ease restrictions on gathering, visiting recreation and entertainment venues, and working for people who have either been vaccinated against Covid-19 or have recovered from the virus, while also providing an electronic certificate system for the verification of this status.... Covid-19... Covid-19...
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    Published: 28.05.2021.

    From 11 October, an emergency situation is declared in Latvia for three months

    From Monday, 11 October, an emergency situation is declared in Latvia for three months in order to stop the rapid spread of Covid-19 infection, not to overburden health care system and save as many lives as possible.... Covid-19... Covid-19...
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    Published: 08.10.2021.

    State of emergency has been extended until 28 February

    In order to prevent the risks related to the rapid spread and incidence rate of Covid-19, especially its new variant, omicron, for the provision of public functions, including health care, public safety and social services, the Government decided today, 6 January, to extend the state of emergency until 28 February, maintaining the existing epidemiological safety measures* .... Covid-19... Covid-19 drošības pasākumi... Covid-19 pandēmija...
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    Published: 07.01.2022.

    Let's continue to follow safety measures!

    With the increasing spread of Covid-19 in Latvia, it has been decided to extend the current safety measures until 25 January. These measures apply both to on-site sales with a specific list of the essential goods and to the educational process.... Covid-19...
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    Published: 10.01.2021.

    The Cabinet of Ministers is planning the start wide-ranging restriction reductions with the field of education

    On Tuesday, 16 February, the Cabinet of Ministers approved a one-time support benefit to families in the amount of 500 euros for each child. During discussions on future management of the Covid-19 pandemic, assuming there will be no increase in the number of infections, the Cabinet of Ministers has conceptually agreed that a regional approach to the application of safety measures should be developed at least for the field of education.... Covid-19... Covid-19...
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    Published: 17.02.2021.

    Government supports the gradual reduction of safety measures

    The first step of reduced restrictions will take effect on Wednesday, 16 February: Children without additional requirements (test, vaccination, recovery certificate) will be able to participate in interest education, attend events and use services even without the presence of adults in “green” mode; Quarantine measures have been lifted in kindergartens if contact with the Covid-19 infected person has been outside the household and there are no symptoms.... Covid-19... Covid-19 drošības pasākumi...
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    Published: 15.02.2022.

    The Government is gradually expanding full-time studies in part of the municipalities

    Namely, students from grades 1-4 will be able to study full-time in municipalities where the spread of Covid-19 is up to 200 cases per 100,000 people. At the same time, staff testing will be provided.... Given that teachers and nursery staff who work on-site are at high risk of developing and spreading Covid-19 infection, they will be tested at least once a week, depending on the selected testing method.... It also includes an increase in wage compensation. The Cabinet of Ministers also approved EUR 6 million in funding for companies in the arts, entertainment, and leisure sectors to ensure their viability, promote employment and reduce losses due to Covid-19.... Covid-19... Covid-19...
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    Published: 19.02.2021.

    Until the end of the state of emergency, it will only be possible to enter Latvia for important and urgent reasons

    In order to limit the risks of the spread of Covid-19, especially its new strains, and to prevent a rapid deterioration of the epidemiological situation, the government has decided to extend the existing entry restrictions.... Covid-19... Covid-19... Covid-19 ierobežojumi...
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    Published: 26.02.2021.