Answers to frequently asked questions on what changes as of 1 February

D. Attending religious services: 12. Are sacred temples/places of religious worship permitted to operate? The Divine Liturgy in sacred temples/religious places of worship is performed without the presence of congregants. As of 8 February, the presence of congregants in places of religious worship is permitted, with a maximum number of 50 people , provided that they comply with the health protocols. It is clarified that up until 7 February, congregants can go to religious places of worship for individual prayer , (simultaneous physical presence of up to 10 persons per religious place), provided that the observance of the health protocols (distances, masks, maximum number of persons) will be ensured. It is clarified that the presence of congregants in the courtyard of temples/religious places of worship is prohibited. E. Business/Services: 13. Which businesses reopen as of 1st February? As of Monday, 1st February, hair salons, barbershops, beauty salons and driving schools reopen. 14. Who should undergo a mandatory rapid antigen test, according to the Decree? According to the Decree, all employees in businesses reactivated from 1st February should undergo a rapid antigen test by 31 January. 15. Where can I do a rapid antigen test, if I work in a business that is reactivated? For the benefit of employees, the Ministry of Health provides free antigen tests in all districts. The locations and hours of operation of the test units will be announced on a daily basis by the Ministry of Health.