Gyeongnam Province Extends Social Distancing Level 1.5 for 2 Weeks

Private Gatherings of 5 or More People Remain Prohibited for 2 Weeks Until March 14

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Saeyan] Gyeongsangnam-do announced on the 26th that it will extend the current social distancing level 1.5 for two weeks from March 1 to 14, following the government's announcement of adjustments to social distancing measures.

This measure comprehensively considers the stable management of the COVID-19 vaccination situation that began on this day, as well as preparations for the transition of the distancing system.

However, depending on the epidemic situation, the level may be adjusted upward by city or county based on quarantine conditions.

The existing major quarantine rules under the extension of distancing level 1.5 will be maintained as is.

In particular, the ban on private gatherings of five or more people to reduce interpersonal contact will also be maintained.

The ban on private gatherings of five or more people does not apply to immediate family members and sports facilities with facility managers.

Entertainment facilities may operate until 10 PM if they comply with core quarantine rules.

Quarantine management based on the autonomy and responsibility of operators and users of multi-use facilities will also be strengthened, moving away from regulations such as assembly bans.

Businesses that violate core quarantine rules will be subject to a two-week assembly ban (one-strike-out) in addition to fines.

Additionally, the government is promoting a plan to exclude business owners or individuals who violate quarantine rules from receiving disaster relief funds, living support funds, and compensation for losses.

Meanwhile, the government is preparing a new social distancing reform plan to strengthen quarantine management in order to enhance social acceptability.

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