Today’s proposal of the commission of experts was accepted by the government – from next Saturday, masks on the streets will not be needed.
The abolition of the measure for the mandatory wearing of an accessory that has bothered everyone outdoors from Saturday, March 5, was proposed by an expert committee to the government in the context of easing coronavirus measures. But experts note that it is still strongly recommended to use a mask in crowded places, especially unvaccinated and at risk for serious diseases. The proposal was accepted after a thorough study of the epidemiological situation. Health Minister Thanos Pleuris said newsbeast.gr:
“At today’s meeting, an expert committee under the Secretary General of Public Health, Irini Agapidaki, proposed to remove the mandatory use of masks in the open air. Nevertheless, the use of a mask outdoors in crowded places, as well as in people with risk factors for serious diseases and in unvaccinated people, remains a strong recommendation. The proposal of the commission is accepted by the government, the details will be specified. The new measures will come into effect from Saturday 03/05/2022.”