By Sarah Keane • Published: 28 Dec 2020 • 18:23
SWEDEN proposes tough new ‘pandemic law’ which will give stronger lockdown powers
Sweden presented a temporary new ‘pandemic law’ on Monday, December 28 which, if passed by parliament, would come into effect on January 10 and would give officials the power to shut down shops, bars and restaurants as well as limiting the number of people permitted at social gatherings. Sweden has been widely criticised throughout the pandemic for opting for ‘softer’ measures.
The country, which has thus far opted out of lockdowns, is in the midst of a severe second wave of the pandemic, witnessing record numbers of new cases almost every week over the past two months.
“Those who violate restrictions that limit access to public places can be sentenced to a monetary fine,” Health Minister Lena Hallengren told a press conference.
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Former teacher and health services manager with a Degree in English, Sarah moved to Spain from Southern Ireland with her husband, who runs his own car rental business, in 2019. She is now enjoying a completely different pace and quality of life on the Costa Blanca South, with wonderful Spanish and expat friends in Cabo Roig. Sarah began working with Euro Weekly News in 2020 and loves nothing more than bringing all the latest national and international news to her local community.
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