new measures before Christmas?

Will the French have to respect new restrictions during the holidays? “Yes, in view of the pessimistic forecasts of the health authorities”, reports journalist Jean-Baptiste Marteau, in duplex on Wednesday December 15 from the Elysee Palace in Paris. The government assures us, however, that “new constraints that would upset [le] day-to-day” are not on the agenda. Translation: no containment, no curfew.

On the other hand, the executive could announce Friday, December 17 a tightening of border controls, in particular with the United Kingdom, as well as an acceleration of the vaccination. The deadline for recalling the Covid-19 vaccine could be shortened. Finally, the government could “to be clearer about the recommendations for the holidays, such as getting tested before Christmas Eve”, indicates Jean-Baptiste Marteau. The hospital situation will dictate the taking of any additional measures.