Petersburg announced a new easing of anti-COVID measures

Since August 27, a number of anti-COVID restrictions for businesses have been lifted in St. Petersburg. Corresponding changes were made to resolution No. 121 by the governor of the city Alexander Beglov.

So, from August 27, the work of entertainment and leisure facilities located in shopping centers is resumed; the work of children's playrooms is allowed, except for those located in catering establishments. In addition, citizens will once again be able to visit indoor water parks and attractions. it should be noted that the previously announced requirements will apply to workers in these service sectors: from August 27, 100% of the personnel of such facilities must have at least the first vaccination against CORONAVIRUS, from October 1, all employees must complete the vaccination cycle. Exceptions apply only to those who have had covid in the last six months or have a medical exemption from vaccination.

Smolny has extended the ban on holding sports, cultural, entertainment, congress, exhibition and other events with more than 75 people until September 26. Exceptions are events agreed with the city authorities. Subject to agreement with the city government, the number of visitors to cultural and entertainment events in theaters, circuses and concert halls can reach 1.5 thousand people.

Smolny will allow sports and physical education events with more than 75 people only if all participants (with the exception of spectators) have a QR code confirming that they have been vaccinated or have had a disease.

As for congress, exhibition, leisure and other events with more than 75 people, their holding, in agreement with Smolny, will be possible from August 27, provided that all participants in the event have made at least one vaccination against covid-19 , and from October 1, participation will be possible only after completion of the vaccination cycle.