This involves a ban on going out of the house unnecessarily, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has explained
“The whole of Italy is a ‘red zone’ from December 24 to January 6. This involves a ban on leaving the house unnecessarily”, – Conte said. All shops are closed except for groceries and pharmacies. Barber shops remain open. It is forbidden to move from region to region. Bars and restaurants will not be open, but takeaway service is possible. The prime minister said that it is advisable to spend the holidays only with family members with whom one lives on a permanent basis. However, it is possible to receive two guests accompanied by children under 14 years old.
Filat also said that on 28-30 December and 4 January, only minor indulgences are allowed. In particular, shops will be able to open (until 9 pm) and it will be possible to leave the town of permanent residence. However, any move must be justified.
“The state cannot control what goes on in homes, but our measures are aimed at limiting movements as much as possible”, – Conte explained. The prime minister also pointed out that in adopting these measures, the government was guided by the considerations and conclusions of experts who warn of the risk of increased infestations.
The government had earlier imposed a general ban on movement between the regions starting from 21 January and also kept the curfew, including on New Year’s Eve. But under the previous decree, restaurants could operate at lunchtime on both Christmas Day and January 1.