They extend by one hour the closure of bars and restaurants in the city of Buenos Aires

As part of the coronavirus pandemic and after an analysis of the epidemiological conditions in the city of Buenos Aires, the government of Buenos Aires has extended the period of closure of gastronomic establishments such as restaurants and bars, which are currently ceasing their commercial activity. at 1 a.m.

The measure, which will be published tomorrow in the Official Gazette of the City, responds to the request of the various chambers of the sector – including the Association of Hotels, Restaurants, Confectionery and Cafes (AHRCC) – who have requested the extension of the schedule. .

So far, locals have been forced to close their doors from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. in a Buenos Aires government decision that took effect on January 10 after a sustained increase in coronavirus cases in the city. “In view of the time that has elapsed, it is considered relevant to establish a new time limit concerning the operation of gastronomic establishments or gastronomic activities”says the resolution, which specifies that the the new closing time will be extended from 2 a.m. to 6 a.m..

In the latest health component of the government of Buenos Aires, 787 new cases and 7 deaths from coronavirus have been reported, bringing the number of infected to 224,167 and the number of deaths in the district to 6,591 since the arrival of the pandemic .

After confirming the measurement, the AHRCC considered: “It is an effective response to mitigate, at least in part, the negative effects and restrictions resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic. It is also important to stress that in all cases the current protocols must be respected “.

With information from the Telam agency

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