Representatives of economic sectors hit by the new restrictions to curb the Omicron variant will be received Monday morning at the Ministry of the Economy, AFP learned from its services.
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Prime Minister Jean Castex announced on December 27 a series of measures to stem the acceleration of contaminations, including the ban on drinking standing in bars and cafes for three weeks from Monday. It will also be prohibited to eat and drink in public places such as public transport, including long distance, as well as cinemas, theaters and sports facilities. The gatherings will be limited to 2,000 people indoors and 5,000 outdoors.
In addition, the strengthening of teleworking in companies - with the imposition of a minimum of three days out of five teleworked if the position lends itself to it - could affect restaurants and shops located in office districts.
Finally, the cancellation of traditional greeting ceremonies could lead to losses for some caterers and bakers.
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Consultations
"
The economic sectors impacted by the decisions that the situation requires us to take will be compensated within the framework of consultations which will be conducted without delay by the Minister of the Economy and Finance Bruno Le Maire
", indicated Jean Castex.
The ministry did not immediately provide the list of organizations it would receive on Monday.
The government has already reduced from 80 to 65% from December 1 the loss of turnover required to benefit from a zero charge on partial activity in the affected sectors.
On the other hand, the Ministry of the Economy announced before Christmas that events, caterers, travel agencies and “
indoor
”
leisure rooms,
whose activity is suffering from the epidemic resumption, would be subject to changes. '' '
specific support
', with coverage of their fixed costs if their loss of turnover exceeds 50%.
The solidarity fund, which partially offset the loss of turnover of many companies during the health crisis, died out on October 31, against a backdrop of strong economic recovery and the end of "
whatever it is. costs
”.
