“Draconian measures” may come, warns cabinet

A new statement from Prime Minister Rutte and Health Minister De Jonge warns “draconian measures” may be imposed if people don’t follow the current coronavirus measures. 

For over two hours on Sunday, the cabinet and its advisors discussed if and when new coronavirus measures will come into effect.

According to experts and policymakers, it’s too soon to tell if the current measures are having the intended effect, reports RTL Nieuws.

More clarity is expected tomorrow when the cabinet shares its plans for addressing the growing crisis.

Still too early to tell

A formal press conference is not anticipated because the government believes it’s still too early to evaluate the effects of the current regulations.

Over the course of the week, it should become clear whether there has been a levelling off or decrease in infection rates.

If the current restrictions have not made a substantial impact, tighter measures would be necessary.

This would mean moving to the highest risk level on the government’s roadmap, which would include allowing no home visits or meetings, and groups no larger than two in public.

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