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Corona contact ban for Germany: Merkel, Laschet and Söder divide opinions

2020-03-23T16:12:43.914Z


The crisis summit with Chancellor Merkel is about nationwide exit restrictions due to the corona virus.


The crisis summit with Chancellor Merkel is about nationwide exit restrictions due to the corona virus.

  • Chancellor Merkel and the prime ministers discuss the corona crisis * .
  • It is also about possible nationwide exit restrictions .
  • A research group led by the virologist Drosten has a clear recommendation.
  • Here you will find the basic facts about the corona virus * and the corona news from Germany *. You can also find current case numbers in Germany as a map. The following recommendations for corona protective measures * are currently available.

Update of March 23, 3:50 p.m .: Germany has had a top-of-the-line protective measure package against the spread of the corona virus since Sunday evening - the magic word is "contact ban". However, the whole of Germany is not on the same road. Bavaria in particular has given up its exit restriction strategy.

Whether one of the systems has clear advantages, whether both represent the appropriate solution to the specific situation, which political signal is the more sensible ... Germany is now arguing. A look in the press shows that there are many possible positions.

For example, the Kölner Stadt-Anzeiger is taking sides with Armin Laschet, head of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia: "The heads of government have resisted the temptation to give in to pressure from Bavarian colleague Markus Söder," the newspaper judges. The jointly decided ban on contact is "the right step", a curfew "no panacea for the virus".

The situation of Munich's Merkur * is completely different. “It's great that Germany is gradually agreeing on a unified approach. However, the region with the greatest need, not the one with the greatest serenity, must set the pace, ”writes the newspaper. "In particular, NRW regent Armin Laschet interprets something wrong: federalism does not mean waiting until the slowest has got it."

The Straubinger Tagblatt from Lower Bavaria welcomes the development. Both the nationwide agreement in principle, as well as the advance of Bavaria. "At least the state has so far proven to be able to act in this unprecedented crisis. There is a lot to criticize about German small-scale government, for example in the field of education. But in the current crisis, wise federalism can even bring advantages. If Bavaria If, for example, it went even further with its initial restrictions, this only increased the pressure on other federal states to follow suit with consistent measures. "

The Bonn General-Anzeiger sees a common concept in the fight against the corona crisis as a great achievement and also a goal-oriented achievement. The sheet considers Bavarian going it alone with implicit criticism. “Each federal state has its own specific regional conditions. Some of them are on the borders with other countries, some are area countries and others are cities with millions. But none of this justified that each federal state is of the opinion to issue its own rules for exit restrictions and shop closures, ”it says. "16 countries, 16 concepts - that couldn't be."

Corona contact ban for Germany: Chancellor explains solution - But before that, the crisis summit escalated

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Update from 6.20 p.m .: Markus Söder probably does not intend to implement the new rules regarding the containment of the corona virus * . As the German press agency learned from the Bavarian State Chancellery, Bavaria will not adopt the new ban on gathering for more than two people . For the time being, the “Bavarian regulation” will remain in the Free State, according to which only people from the same household are allowed to take to the streets together.

Update from 17:51: The Chancellor does not comment much on the dispute between Armin Laschet and Markus Söder . "There was a lively discussion," she said of the disagreement between the two prime ministers.

Update from 5.50 p.m .: Merkel concludes, "none of us wished to ever have to come up with such regulations before the citizens." They were "not just recommendations, they are rules" .

The Chancellor also has one final appeal . "Please pull everyone along. Do what is right for our country now. Show your reason and heart . ”Especially the many helpers owe their efforts in the crisis. "I am convinced that this 'we stand for each other' will carry us through this difficult time," said Merkel.

Update from 5.48 p.m .: “Groups of people celebrating are unacceptable given the serious situation. Violations are monitored and sanctioned, ”the Chancellor warns the population.

The measures adopted today should be valid for at least two weeks and are therefore valid until April 5. Merkel believes that a nationwide regulation is essential, because "everyone knows what he is up to".

Update from 5.45 pm: "Citizens are encouraged to reduce contacts to an absolutely necessary minimum." Likewise, a minimum distance of 1.5 to 2 meters must still be kept in public.

"If possible, staying in public space should only be done alone or with another person who is not living in the household," said Merkel. The exceptions to the exit that have existed so far still apply.

“Groups of people celebrating are unacceptable given the serious situation. Violations are monitored and sanctioned, ”the Chancellor warns the population. Restaurants are now closed across Germany, but deliveries and pickups are still permitted.

Update from 5.40 p.m .: "I know that everyone must make sacrifices on business and on a human level," says the Chancellor regarding the new restrictions. "As dynamic as the virus is, we have to react flexibly ." Now one had to "expand the guidelines for behavior, freedom of movement and mobility".

The Federal Chancellor explained the nationwide solution in detail. “We make sure that the same rules apply in principle throughout Germany. Everyone should know that the federal government, the federal states and the municipalities are working towards a major, vital goal. ”

Update from 5:37 pm: "We are all aware of the seriousness", Merkel enters the press conference. Now it has to be observed “how antidotes work”.

Merkel recalls that the federal and state governments agreed on Monday to reflect on the situation at the weekend. "Today on Sunday we find out in Germany: Our cities look completely different than a week ago." Merkel states, "The majority of the population realizes that everyone is important now."

Update from 5:33 pm: With a slight delay, Angela Merkel is now on the podium. The Chancellor will now provide further details on the nationwide solution to the ban on contacts .

Update from 5.25 p.m .: Chancellor Angela Merkel will make a comprehensive statement about the new regulations and the ban on contact at 5:30 p.m. Armin Laschet , Prime Minister of North Rhine-Westphalia, had already announced the new ban on contacts, which prohibits meetings involving two people.

Update from 3:49 pm : The federal and state governments want to implement a kind of ban on contact in the fight against the corona crisis. According to information from dpa, Chancellor Angela Merkel (CDU) and the Prime Ministers of the federal states agreed in their joint telephone desk to fundamentally ban groups of more than two people. Families and people living in a household should be excluded.

Corona curfew? Laschet starts at Söder

Update from 3:11 p.m .: Escalation at the Corona Crisis Summit : According to information from Bild.d e, Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder (CSU) clashed in the debate with Armin Laschet (CDU) , Prime Minister of NRW.

Accordingly, Laschet presented a paper on the corona crisis, which he wanted to adopt together with eleven other prime ministers - and attacked Söder, who had already been criticized by various parties for beating Bavaria * into the issue of exit restrictions . According to the report, Söder subsequently threatened to leave the crisis conference call.

Researchers demand a curfew from Merkel - decisive telco begins

Update 2:39 pm : According to government spokesman Steffen Seibert , Chancellor Merkel and the country heads want to carry out a "very serious, ruthless analysis of the situation over the past few days" this Sunday afternoon. Whether there will be further restrictions for citizens should be made dependent on their behavior this weekend .

Update from 2:03 p.m .: Several federal states already have tightened exit restrictions . Are they also complied with? Before the Prime Minister's discussions with Chancellor Angela Merkel (CDU) , they report: Yes, they are largely complied with.

The afternoon conference call will primarily focus on whether there will be nationwide uniform regulations on the outcome during the Corona crisis . It is expected that Merkel will then make a statement at 5:30 p.m. in the Chancellery.

Corona virus curfew in Germany: researchers call for shutdown

Statement of origin from March 22nd : Berlin - Will there be nationwide curfews? That is the big question before the conference call that the Federal Government will hold with the Prime Ministers of the federal states this Sunday from 2 p.m. to discuss further measures in the Corona crisis *. There is talk of the "Day of Decision".

In addition to Merkel, the ministers most important for the fight against the spread and the consequences of the coronavirus also take part. The group will include Vice Chancellor and Minister of Finance Olaf Scholz (SPD), Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer (CSU) , Minister of Foreign Affairs Heiko Maas (SPD) , Minister of Health Jens Spahn (CDU) and Minister of Defense Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer (CDU) .

Corona curfew in Germany: researchers demand Merkel shutdown - "Day of Decision"

Scientists at least recommend a “Germany-wide temporary shutdown” for three weeks to a working group from the National Academy Leopoldina . Among them is the Berlin virologist Christian Drosten . This measure is advisable because otherwise the health system could be overloaded. For the group, this shutdown also includes "stringent exit restrictions that apply throughout the country".

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Angela Merkel (CDU) and Horst Seehofer (CSU) discuss exit restrictions in the corona crisis.

© dpa / Sonja Wurtscheid

Curfews and curfews are not the same thing - there are differences. There is still no legal basis for a curfew in Germany, as a high-ranking lawyer told Merkur.de *. Drosten recently said on Maybrit Illner (ZDF) that nobody wanted a curfew . Nevertheless, he makes it clear that if everyone does not pull themselves together, they will probably come.

In their letter, the scientists further explain that after these three weeks, "the situation must be re-evaluated". However, despite initial restrictions, “necessary and health-preserving activities should continue to be possible.” People should continue to go to work, be able to go to the doctor, make necessary purchases and go for walks in close circles.

Corona virus meeting on curfews: Merkel in the supermarket the day before

Some federal states - above all Bavaria * - have already tightened their regulations. Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder (CSU) hopes that the federal states will act together. "Some of them followed suit yesterday," he had said on Saturday morning to the radio station Antenne Bayern. There were criticisms from the SPD, FDP and Greens about the advance of Bavaria regarding exit restrictions.

It was unclear how long Merkel's discussions with the heads of state would last. Should there be concrete decisions, these could be announced in a paper similarly to what would otherwise be the case after deliberations by the Prime Ministers' Conference.

As reported by Bild.de , Merkel was still in a supermarket in Berlin late Saturday afternoon: "She filled the shopping cart herself, put the goods (including morello morello, soap, toilet paper) on the conveyor belt of cash register 1 - and paid with a card", writes the portal.

Seehofer on Corona protective measures: "Risk thousands of deaths"

Federal Interior Minister Horst Seehofer (CSU) meanwhile warned that the corona protective measures should be strictly observed. “Anyone who behaves unreasonably and therefore roughly ruthlessly risks thousands of deaths . We are determined to prevent that, ”Seehofer told the world on Sunday .

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas (SPD) , however, was reluctant to give a general curfew in Germany. "I am convinced that the vast majority of citizens take the situation very seriously. You act responsibly and show solidarity, ”he told the newspapers of the Funke media group . "That is the large majority, invisible on the streets. But this weekend it is particularly important that everyone accepts the restrictions so that they can work. ”This is continuously assessed and action can be adjusted. "We do what is effective and what is necessary."

dpa / frs

* Merkur.de is part of the nationwide Ippen-Digital editors network

The corona crisis affects the whole world. Germany is one of the most affected countries. However, the situation in eastern Germany is not as bad as in the west.

Angela Merkel quarantines herself. The Chancellor had contact with a doctor who had tested positive.

List of rubric lists: © dpa / Bernd von Jutrczenka

Source: merkur

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