Explainer | Can we go out now? What you can and can’t do when Hong Kong eases more social-distancing curbs on Thursday
- Some measures will be relaxed this Thursday, ahead of the planned second phase of easing on May 19
- Under the revised rules, eight diners per table at restaurants will be allowed and 15 public beaches, swimming pools and water playgrounds will reopen
According to the revised curbs, residents will be able to enjoy more outings and social gatherings from Thursday onwards. Here’s an overview of what everyone can do and the relevant requirements.
1. What premises will reopen on May 5?
Chief executive Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor said some social-distancing measures will be relaxed this Thursday, ahead of the planned second phase of easing on May 19, citing an improvement in the city’s Covid-19 situation.
Starting this Thursday, eight diners per table at restaurants will be allowed and 15 public beaches, swimming pools and water playgrounds will reopen.
Thirty-eight public swimming pools, however, will reopen between May 12 and 16 to ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
2. What premises will reopen on May 19?
Bars, party rooms, karaoke lounges, mahjong parlours, nightclubs and cruises will reopen on May 19.