Federal Council to gradually ease measures against the new coronavirus
Bern, 16.4.2020 - On 27 April, hospitals will be able to resume all medical procedures, including non-urgent procedures, and outpatient medical practices, hairdressing salons, massage practices and cosmetic studios will be allowed to reopen. DIY stores, garden centres and florists will also be allowed to reopen. The protection of the public and of staff must be assured. These are the steps decided by the Federal Council at its meeting on 16 April. If the situation allows, schools for children of compulsory school age and shops will be able to reopen on 11 May. On 8 June, upper-secondary schools, vocational schools and higher education institutions, as well as museums, zoos and libraries may reopen. The Federal Council also issued further details with regard to protecting workers at especially high risk.