People enjoy their time at a cafe's terrace in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on May 4, 2020. More services are available to Slovenians on Monday as Slovenian government announced further relaxation of restriction measures imposed to contain the COVID-19 epidemic. (Xinhua/Peng Lijun)
LJUBLJANA, May 4 (Xinhua) -- More services are available to Slovenians on Monday as Slovenian government announced further relaxation of restriction measures imposed to contain the coronavirus epidemic.
According to a statement issued by the government, stores under 400 quare meters could reopen on Monday, except for those in shopping malls that do not have their own entrance.
Bars and restaurants are also re-opened, but serving guests only at outdoor facilities. Safety measures still apply.
Hair and massage salons and beauty parlours serve one customer at a time, and face masks are required. Those working in salons and beauty parlours also have to wear visor and gloves.
Starting this week, people again are able to visit museums, libraries and go to church. Moreover, professional athletes are allowed to train.
Repair services for textile products, footwear and leather products are also available, along with key cutting, photography, watchmaking and photocopying services. Seamstresses and jewelers may also open their doors.
The Slovenian government imposed a temporary suspension of most retail activities in mid March.
Slovenia reported no new cases of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours for the second consecutive day, according to latest government data released on Monday. The total number of infections confirmed so far remains at 1,439. One person died of COVID-19 on May 3, bringing the death toll to 97.
In Slovenia, 56,136 tests have been conducted since the first coronavirus infection was confirmed in the country on March 4.
