France began its deconfinement on April 3, with the possibility of moving more freely on French territory during the day. On May 19, the terraces of bars and restaurants will be able to welcome customers. In what conditions ?
The conditions for reopening
The executive gave some details concerning the reopening of the terraces of bars and restaurants, shops or even cinemas. Cafes and restaurants will be able to accommodate a maximum of 6 people per table on their terrace, outside, with a limit of 50% of their capacity. To have lunch, dinner or have a snack inside these establishments, it will be necessary to wait until June 9, date of the next stage of deconfinement.
Regarding businesses that are currently closed, three main steps should be taken into account. On the one hand, the so-called “ non-essential »As well as museum or exhibition rooms may reopen on May 19, but subject to a limit of 8 m² per customer. This gauge could be halved on June 9 and increased to 4 m² per customer. It will disappear completely during the third phase.
As for cinemas and theaters, they will first be able to accommodate a maximum of 35% of their capacity with a limit of 800 people. From June 9, the capacity will increase, going up to 65% and 5,000 spectators.
As of June 30, if the epidemic situation allows it, the gauges will no longer exist. In addition, the health pass should come into force on June 9 for events bringing together more than 1,000 people.
Depending on the hospital pressure, these measures may be delayed, warned the Prime Minister.
