By John Smith • Published: 15 Apr 2020 • 11:01
A DECISION has been reached by the Cabinet in Gibraltar, based on medical advice that the lockdown for those over 70 has been extended for a further month until May 15.
No decision has yet been made concerning the situation for those under 70 but the Chief Minister Fabian Picardo announced that the matter will be discussed at next week’s cabinet meeting and he anticipates a further extension of seven days.
He was pleased to say that as of yesterday (April 14) the number affected by coronavirus Covid-19 remained at 129 and the number of active cases had dropped to 25.
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Married to Ophelia in Gibraltar in 1978, John has spent much of his life travelling on security print and minting business and visited every continent except Antarctica. Having retired several years ago, the couple moved to their house in Estepona and John became a regular news writer for the EWN Media Group taking particular interest in Finance, Gibraltar and Costa del Sol Social Scene. Currently he is acting as Editorial Consultant for the paper helping to shape its future development. Share your story with us by emailing newsdesk@euroweeklynews.com, by calling +34 951 38 61 61 or by messaging our Facebook page www.facebook.com/EuroWeeklyNews
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