In St. Petersburg, new restrictions were introduced and officials were obliged to be vaccinated

Against the backdrop of an increase in the number of people infected with COVID-19Petersburg tightened restrictions. The authorities set a limit on the number of fans in fan zones, closed water parks and obliged state institutions to vaccinate 65% of employees

In St. Petersburg, against the backdrop of a surge in the incidence of COVID-19, restrictions have been tightened and mandatory vaccination has been introduced for 65% of civil servants. The corresponding decision, based on the instructions of the chief sanitary doctor for St. Petersburg, was taken by Governor Alexander Beglov.

From June 20, up to 3,000 people will be allowed into the Euro fan zone on Konyushennaya Square, and up to 1,000 people will be allowed into the territory of the theme park in Yubileiny. From June 21, water parks and attractions are closed. Events with more than 75 people will be allowed only with a negative test for COVID, the limit on the number of visitors is 500. From June 22, water transport will be able to operate only “subject to the updating of the safe operation standard by carriers.”

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The Governor also announced the introduction of mandatory vaccination for civil servants. By August 15, 65% of employees should have antibodies to the coronavirus. Universities are recommended to take measures to stimulate vaccination among students.

Only graduates and employees of the event will be allowed to attend the Scarlet Sails holiday in St. Petersburg. A safe sanitary zone will be created in the city, which will include Palace Square and embankments.

For the duration of the holiday in the center of St. Petersburg will prohibit the work of shops and cafes. “These restrictions will not affect individual facilities, which will be determined by the organizing committee for the Scarlet Sails, including catering organizations. It is also not allowed for individuals to be on the roofs of buildings within this territory,” the authorities said.

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This week, daily growth in St. Petersburg reached its highest level since February. According to the operational headquarters, on June 19, 996 people with COVID-19 were identified in the city. The death rate among those infected also jumped. The day before, 79 deaths were registered in St. Petersburg. The same number of deaths was last recorded on January 21.

As the COVID-19 situation worsened, authorities tightened restrictions. Since June 17, food courts and children's rooms in the shopping center have been banned in St. Petersburg. Cafes and entertainment establishments at night can only work for delivery.

New requirements have also been introduced for fans of the European Football Championship. They are required to wear masks, and it is forbidden to sell food in the fan zones, except for drinks.