Answers to frequently asked questions on measures to contain the COVID-19 pandemic

26. Will hotels and other tourist accommodation facilities remain open? Hotels/tourist accommodation facilities operate exclusively for the hospitality of persons who do not have their permanent residence in Cyprus and fall under the provisions of the Decree (paragraphs 2.9 to 2.14 and 2.16). Reservations are not permitted for persons permanently resident in the Republic of Cyprus . It is understood that restaurants within hotels and tourist accommodation remain open: • only for serving persons hosted in their premises, • With a maximum number of up to 75 persons (indoor and outdoor spaces), • six (6) persons per table, • subject to the measure of one person per 3 sq. m. indoors and one person per 2 sq. m. outdoors. 27. How will the public and wider public sector and Local Government operate? The public and wider public sector and Local Government will work with the necessary security personnel in the offices to deal with urgent issues and serve citizens to meet emergency needs. Staff released of duty shall remain at their home to work by teleworking. When determining safety personnel, the need to limit staff belonging to high-risk groups should be taken into account. Services defined under the Decree as essential services are excluded from the above regulation. 28. How will the Courts work? The courts will only deal with urgent cases and their operation is regulated by a circular to be issued by the Supreme Court. 29. How will National Guard army camps operate? The operation of National Guard army camps will be regulated on the basis of guidelines issued by the Ministry of Defence. 30. Are conferences exhibitions, press conferences and exams permitted? Conferences, conventions, exhibitions and press conferences are suspended. It is understood that they may be held online.