The tightening of the corona lockdown has drastic consequences for many Bavarians.
Prime Minister Söder justified the measures in a government statement.
The Corona * lockdown is being extended and tightened.
Markus Söder justified the measures in his government statement on Friday (January 8th).
Here you can find the Corona-News from Bavaria.
We also offer you the current case numbers in the Free State in a map *.
This news ticker is updated regularly.
Update from January 9, 9:34 a.m.:
From January 11 to 31, the new rules to contain the
corona pandemic will
apply
, which Bavaria's Prime Minister
Markus Söder
(CSU) presented on Friday.
“The line is clear: we focus on security.
The central parameters of
contacts
and mobility have to be reduced ", explained
Söder
," rather consistently than endless stop and go ".
The schools remain closed for the time being, which is why many citizens are not only concerned about the social development of their children, but also
criticize
the failure of the
carnival
holidays.
The aim is to stay at home, said
Söder
, which is why
every household in Bavaria will
only be able
to
meet
with one person
from another household
from Monday
.
He promised a “practicable solution” for
small children up to three years of age
- they should be exempt from the regulation (see
update January 8, 4:55 p.m.
).
But it is precisely this rule addition that is now being discussed even more heatedly in social media than the school closings or the cancellation of the carnival holidays.
So far, children
under the age of 14 were
exempt from the Corona regulations - now they are no longer.
“What nonsense!
I leave my child (8) who has to be supervised at home when I visit my sister? ”Wrote an
Instagram user
under the latest post from the
Bavarian state government
.
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Another
Instagram user
criticizes the decision to force mothers, who currently have to stay at home more and more, "into isolation".
Especially
single parents
vent their anger here, as they feel particularly affected by the latest shelling.
There was also harsh criticism from the opposition: The
FDP parliamentary group leader Martin Hagen
called the new measures not only “unsuitable” and “remote from everyday life”, but also “hostile to families and children”.
Children should therefore no longer see their friends "when their parents are with them - and not even outdoors,"
Hagen
continued.
Grandma and grandpa are also only allowed to visit separately.
Instead of permanently deciding on new restrictions, the state government should rather look "what the state can do to contain it", said the
FDP politician
, after
all
, the citizens urgently need an "
opening perspective
".
Söder's government statement sparked emotional debates
Update from January 8, 5.49 p.m.:
As
expected
, the
Bavarian state parliament
approved the renewed tightening and the
extension of the
corona measures
in
Bavaria
until the end of January.
Nevertheless, there were emotional debates in the course of Markus Söder's government declaration.
During the
special session of the state parliament
, it
became clear
that the
many corona requirements are
increasingly dividing parliament.
Apart from the ruling groups of the
CSU
and
Free Voters
, all other groups refused to approve the regulation.
AfD
,
SPD
and
FDP
voted against, the
Greens
abstained.
The criticism was directed in particular against the new measures such as the restriction of freedom of movement and the rule that only someone outside the household may be hit.
The
AfD
was the only parliamentary group to reject the
extension of the lockdown
.
Corona rules split the state parliament: SPD parliamentary group leader comments on the 15 kilometer rule
SPD parliamentary group leader Horst Arnold
emphasized that the
15-kilometer rule in
particular is
unsuitable and disproportionate to further contain the pandemic.
This is all the more true since many of the Alpine regions particularly affected by day tourism are currently below the incidence of 200.
He also warned that people's acceptance of following the guidelines was falling sharply.
Reducing the number of people at private meetings is also the wrong way to go.
A 15 km radius of movement is unsuitable for curbing corona infections, is not transparent and can hardly be controlled.
# Government statement #ltbyhttps: //t.co/wfGYnrUA5v
- Horst Arnold MdL SPD (@HorstArnold_SPD) January 8, 2021
The
Greens also
warned that many people had lost track of the measures.
"We will have to extend the lockdown, that is beyond dispute," said
parliamentary group leader Ludwig Hartmann
.
But he demanded that people not only have contacts in the private sphere to be banned, the business community must also be made responsible in order to achieve “as much home office as possible”.
There are
too many
contact risks
here that are
easy to avoid.
Corona government declaration in the state parliament: Opposition clearly criticizes the measures
"Restrictions on basic rights based on gut instinct are not acceptable," emphasized
FDP parliamentary group leader Martin Hagen
.
The
new measures are unsuitable, remote from everyday life, hostile to families and children
.
It shouldn't always be about new measures, but rather about the consistent implementation of the existing rules.
At the same time, politics must
give people a perspective for hope again
in this phase of the
pandemic
.
A month ago, the state government took up some proposals from the FDP and decided overdue measures to digitize health authorities, protect vulnerable groups and ensure schooling.
Today we applied for the ... (1/2)
- Martin Hagen (@_MartinHagen) January 8, 2021
AfD parliamentary group leader Ingo Hahn
once again stated that the government is
not only overshooting its target
in its
Corona policy
, the measures are also wrong and ineffective.
Instead of protecting the most vulnerable people in old people's homes, the freedom of all people is restricted.
Söder operates a "policy of half-truths".
Corona government declaration in the state parliament: Children up to three years of age exempted from a tightened rule
Update from January 8, 4:55 p.m.:
When it
comes to
contact
restrictions ,
Markus Söder
once again addressed a point that is important for many parents in his government
statement
.
When the restrictions to contain the corona crisis are tightened,
children up to three years
of age are to be exempted from the rules for meeting other households
in Bavaria
.
Söder
announced this
in the course of the government declaration
at.
From Monday (January 11), the new
contact
restriction will
apply
, which provides that families and singles may only meet with one other contact person who is not part of the household.
We create workable solutions for families.
Infants under three years of age are exempt from the contact restriction.
And the following applies at school: No face-to-face lessons, but also no extended holidays.
Distance learning where possible and emergency care for those who need it.
- Markus Söder (@Markus_Soeder) January 8, 2021
Tightened corona lockdown in Bavaria: Sharp criticism of restriction of the range of motion
14.41: Söder's
government
statement
is finished.
14.39:
What sometimes surprises Söder: How many groups
portray
themselves as
victims of the corona pandemic
.
He makes it clear: The real victims are all the
corona dead
.
"These people and their families have no more hope." Söder: "Of course, these measures are not fun for anyone, but it just doesn't help." Now it is important to accept the situation as it is, "this is the only way we can overcome Corona."
Corona government statement: Söder reckons with lateral thinkers - "I will not accept such behavior"
14.36:
The example of the
USA
shows this very clearly.
“Persistent lies lead to
parallel and illusory worlds
that don't even exist,” says Söder.
"That's why I say very clearly: What happened in the USA is not far away." Some of these ideas had already been tried in Berlin.
"
Wherever lateral thinkers
want to be carried away to such actions, I can only say: From today you must know: You are under special observation by the state." Söder is not prepared to "
accept
such behavior" in our
democracy
.
“We not only have to fight Corona, but also protect our population.
We will do that too - 100 percent, ”promises Söder.
14.32:
What
worries
Söder
in particular: "The fact that even the many dead are not enough to spread
lies, hate speech and fake news
brings real disaster to our country."
14.31:
Now Söder is talking about the
corona vaccination
.
"It is vaccinated, what works - and what is allowed," he clarifies.
They started in
old people's and nursing homes
.
Vaccinations are already taking place in hospitals.
Söder is not only concerned about the amount of vaccine, but also about the
willingness to vaccinate
.
“Unfortunately there is
great reluctance
.
We should watch that carefully. "
Corona in Bavaria: Carnival holidays at schools are canceled - there should be alternating lessons
14.26:
Söder: “One thing is clear: We are losing 15 days of
face-to-face classes again
.
That is why we have to see where and when there is another possibility to
catch up on
these lessons
.
That is why we have decided that there will be
no carnival
holidays. ”Söder hopes that on February 1st
we can start
with
alternating lessons
.
"We come from a long vacation, we do distance lessons for a while - and then we don't rely on the carnival vacation, but rather on face-to-face lessons during this time - if possible."
14.22:
Even if Germany and Bavaria are already well positioned in
terms of
IT technology
, according to Söder there is “still a lot of catching up to do”
in
everyday
digitization.
He demands: “We need destructive processes.
The convenience has to come to an end. "
2:21 pm:
Now Söder is talking about
schools and daycare centers
: There should be no face-to-face classes until the end of January and, for the time being, no holidays, but emergency care.
In
return,
parents have the option of
submitting
ten
additional sick
days to look after their children.
Corona government declaration for Bavaria: Tourism regions are allowed to prohibit day trips by day trippers
14.20:
Now Söder comes
to talk
about Bavaria's
tourism regions
: Here it should be possible to prohibit tourist day trips - even in non-hotspots - in the respective districts.
But Söder also emphasizes: “We need a
meaningful cooperation between town and country
.
The city needs the country, but the country also needs the city. "
14.17:
Mobility restrictions
within 15 kilometers will apply in
hotspots
in future
.
“This doesn't mean shopping,” Söder clarifies.
The aim is also not to forbid someone to do something.
“It's about reducing contacts and mobility and
staying at home,
” says Söder.
14.15:
The
lockdown
is extended.
“These are difficult situations for people,” admits Söder.
But this action is important now.
“The less clear the rules, the longer it takes,” he clarifies.
Therefore, the government would have
sharpened
the issues of
contacts and mobility
.
Corona in Bavaria: Söder makes it clear - herd immunity is the wrong way
14.12:
The example of Sweden, however, shows that
herd immunity is
the wrong way to go.
Söder emphasizes: “We don't do everything perfectly, but we are right on the line.
And we are now continuing this line together. "
14.11:
Söder thanks not only for the Bavarians who take part in and accept the Corona measures every day, but also to the people who are responsible for the
Corona implementation
outside.
"That deserves a lot of respect."
14.09:
The
mutated corona
virus also worries Söder.
“The danger we face in the UK and elsewhere could be a great danger to us all.
Anyone who still denies Corona and thinks they can steal away from the whole debate does not do justice to this danger. "
Government declaration in the state parliament: Söder fears a possible high number of unreported corona
14.06:
According to Söder, half
measures
do not lead to a solution here.
In the pandemic, it is not just the deaths that “move us”.
The
intensive care bed situation in hospitals
is also worrying.
“I cannot simply give the all-clear for these days.
On the contrary.
I am skeptical as to whether the current numbers
actually reflect
the
incidence of infection
, ”said Söder.
Less was tested over Christmas.
Söder therefore fears a possible
dark figure
.
Corona in Bavaria: Söder makes it clear: "Every single death is a fate and a small stab in the heart - for all of us"
14.04:
Söder makes it clear: Nevertheless, something must continue to be done against the pandemic.
About twenty percent of
those affected
by
corona
are under 80 years old, according to the Prime Minister.
"Every single
death
is a fate and a little stab in the heart - for all of us."
02/14:
"We decided on extensive
corona measures
before Christmas
- carefully but slowly, they are having an effect," said
Söder
.
Before Corona government declaration in the state parliament: Harsh criticism from the AfD
14.01:
Now Söder begins his government
statement
.
Update from 1.57 p.m.:
Ilse Aigner appoints Klaus Holetschek (CSU) as the new Minister of Health.
Update from 1:37 p.m
.: Harsh criticism comes from Andreas Winhart's AfD.
He criticizes the tough implementation of the Corona rules in Bavaria, especially the restriction of the range of motion.
These are measures that conspiracy theorists could not even have imagined months ago.
Now the "conspiracy practitioners in the government" would implement them.
Update from 1:32 p.m
.: The government declaration by Markus Söder is still a long time coming.
First, the parliamentary groups speak about Söder's proposal to appoint Holetschek as health minister.
Corona government declaration from Söder live: Klaus Holetschek is to become the new health minister
Update from 1:12 p.m
.: Before the government declaration, the announced
restructuring of the cabinet will be
initiated.
Markus Söder has the floor.
“We need a lot of strength,” he explains.
He had thought about the best "line-up" for the coming period.
He proposes
Klaus Holetschek
as the new Minister of Health,
Melanie Huml
moves to the State Chancellery.
Söder thanks the CSU politician for her work and only finds words of praise.
"Good luck", Söder wishes Klaus Holetschek in his new role.
"He is a doer, a decision maker."
Update from 1 p.m
.: State Parliament President Ilse Aigner opens the special session of the State Parliament.
“I am convinced we have reason to be confident,” she explains.
You have to get through the harsh winter months now, she says with a view to Corona.
She is shocked by the storming of
Congress in Washington.
“The preparatory work for this was done by none other than the incumbent president,” she says.
“Words are also actions (...).
It's a shame!"
Update from January 8th, 12.45 p.m
.: Prime Minister Markus Söder is about to comment on the tightened corona measures.
The state parliament is having a special session today, and the CSU chief makes a government statement at the beginning.
You can follow them here at 1 p.m. in the live stream and ticker.
Update January 8, 11:29:
To curb
coronavirus
the Greens call in Parliament more infection control measures at the
workplace
.
"The regulatory measures to restrict private contacts have largely been exhausted, now we finally need significant restrictions on workplace contacts," said parliamentary group leader
Ludwig Hartmann
on Friday before the special session of the state parliament on the corona crisis.
At the beginning of the meeting, Prime Minister Markus Söder will make a
government
statement.
The CSU boss wants to justify the planned extension and tightening of the measures by the end of January.
You can follow the government declaration here at 1 p.m. in the live stream and ticker.
Hartmann called on Söder to bring the heads of large industrial and commercial companies and also the heads of large authorities to a
"home office summit"
at one table.
Protection against infection in the workplace must be made a top priority, Hartmann emphasized, and a "pact for home work" is needed.
"According to a recent study by the Böckler Foundation, the proportion of those who work from home in Germany is barely at the 20 percent mark," said Hartmann.
In the Corona crisis, however, the aim must be to let as many employees as possible work from home and thus not only reduce the risk of infection at work, but also to avoid crowds on buses and trains.
Corona in Bavaria: Söder justifies the tightening of rules today - one measure in particular should provide explosive
First report from January 8, 6.46 a.m
.: Munich - On Tuesday, Chancellor Angela Merkel * announced after talks between the federal government and the states that the corona lockdown * will be extended.
On Wednesday,
Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder
(CSU *) finally announced the implementation for the Free State.
Corona lockdown in Bavaria extended: schools, retail and gastronomy remain closed
The
schools will
remain
closed until the end of January, and large parts of the trade and restaurants are not allowed to open.
The restriction of the range of motion in Corona * hotspots is new.
This affects cities and counties with a seven-day incidence * above 200.
An overview of the rules that will apply from Monday (January 11) can be found here.
The lockdown in Bavaria is being extended and deepened.
The situation remains very serious.
We're going into the second half with Corona.
One thing is clear: caution and caution are still the absolute benchmark.
It takes the utmost care.
We can't do things by halves.
pic.twitter.com/tzGIOwUVqC
- Markus Söder (@Markus_Soeder) January 6, 2021
Corona special meeting in the Bavarian state parliament: Söder makes government statement
On Friday (January 8th) the Bavarian state parliament in Munich * will
meet
again for a
special session
to vote on the tightening of the Corona * measures.
At the beginning, Prime Minister Söder * wants to make a government statement.
He wants to
justify the
rules decided in the cabinet on Wednesday, some of which will have drastic
consequences
for the people in the Free State.
In some cases, massive
criticism
of the tightening
came from the opposition
.
The parliamentary groups have the opportunity to submit their own proposals.
"With this, the parliament not only advises, but also decides on the Corona * course in Bavaria," said
State Parliament President Ilse Aigner
(CSU) on Wednesday in Munich.
Government statement by Söder on corona measures: A restriction could cause explosives
The planned
restriction of freedom of movement
for people who live in Corona * hotspots
is likely to be discussed in particular
.
From an incidence * of 200, they should only be allowed to move within a radius of 15 kilometers from their own place of residence.
With the measure, the state government wants to curb excursion traffic.
(kam / dpa) * Merkur.de and tz.de are part of the nationwide Ippen digital editorial network.
The corona lockdown has been extended, the schools remain closed.
Bavaria's Minister of Education, Michael Piazolo, now explained the new teaching measures. *
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