In an exclusive interview with Munich's Merkur, Markus Söder takes a clear stance on the subject of corona vaccination. Meanwhile, beer gardens in Bavaria can hope.
- In an exclusive interview with Munich's Merkur * , Markus Söder talks about further Corona * loosening at the beer gardens in Bavaria.
- Bavaria's prime minister also plans to further expand the corona virus tests *.
- Here you will find the basic facts about the corona virus * and the corona news from Bavaria. We also offer you the current number of cases in Bavaria * on a map. The following recommendations for corona protective measures are currently available.
Corona virus in Bavaria: Söder wants to massively expand corona tests
Munich - Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder (CSU) wants to significantly expand the corona tests and use the capacities across the board. "We will decide on a concept next week to massively expand tests overall," he told Munich-based Merkur (Friday edition) * .
Met Markus Söder in the beer garden in Munich today. Before he was allowed to order anything, he also had to fill out the form - what his name is, telephone number, arrival time, signature. Equal rights for all. pic.twitter.com/g7xtm713Os
- Christian Deutschländer (@CDeutschlaender) May 20, 2020“I want us to use all capacities wisely. Priority is given to staff in clinics, old people's homes and nursing homes. ”Söder said that he also wanted to talk about significantly more voluntary tests for educators and teachers . “In general, the duration should also be shortened. We need faster results. "
Söder in Corona interview: "We make it easier with care" - voluntary tests for teachers
Söder defended his course of careful and slower openings. “Our yardstick is: as much freedom as possible, but also as much security as necessary. Corona remains dangerous and we must not risk a relapse. We therefore make it easier with prudence and conditions. "
Markus Söder at the Merkur interview in the "Freisinger Hof" beer garden in Munich.
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Söder on Corona demos in Munich and Bavaria: "Spiritual distance"
The CSU chief clearly distanced himself from the corona demonstrations, among others in Bavarian cities. “Everyone has the right to express themselves, but I find it difficult to understand some of the arguments. Right-wing forces and conspiracy theorists are trying to exploit people's concerns, ”he told Merkur * in Munich . "My advice is therefore not only to keep your distance physically, but also to distance yourself from such groups."
Söder on Coronavirus vaccination: "discussion is absurd"
He called the discussion about mandatory vaccination “absurd - we don't even have a vaccine! If there is one, I will definitely be one of the first to be vaccinated. I want to protect not only myself, but also others from infection. ”He went on to say:“ From my point of view, there will be no compulsory vaccination, but clear recommendations for which groups the vaccination would be good. ”
Interview with Söder: Careful backing for Merkel-Macron package
The CSU chairman expressed positive behavior about the planned 500 billion Europe package. It was a big challenge. “For us as an export nation, however, it is clear that our economy will only work if Europe as a whole works again. It is therefore good that Germany and France have agreed on a common position. "Söder said:" Of course, with this program you have respect first because the amount is so high. But it is better than corona bonds. We therefore consider it justifiable to keep Europe together. "
Söder announces possible longer opening times via beer gardens in Bavaria
Söder also announced that from Pentecost people would think about opening hours for beer gardens in Bavaria . The fact that restaurants may be open until 10 p.m. from May 25, but beer gardens must continue to close at 8 p.m., caused a lot of criticism among restaurateurs throughout Bavaria.
* Munich Merkur and Merkur.de are part of the nationwide Ippen-Digital editors network.
