July 6, 2022

Mask Mandate To Be Relaxed On July 17

By Newsroom

Government’s mask mandate will officially be lifted on Sunday, July, 17th, though mask wearing will still be required at all healthcare facilities. 

As he made the announcement at a Covid-19 media conference on Wednesday, Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh says while optional otherwise, it’s recommended that those in vulnerable groups, namely the unvaccinated, elderly or pregnant, continue wearing their masks.

The Minister’s comments came after the original announcement was made by Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley over the weekend, though no date was given at the time.

“So all things being equal, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, from Sunday July 17, the masking mandate will be lifted. However, we are going to be doing a risk-based recommendation for various vulnerable groups and special population, where we recommend that you still be masked,” Deyalsingh said.

 

 

 

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