Hong Kong extends virus measures for two weeks

Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam speaks during her weekly press conference at the government headquarters on Tuesday (April 21). Hong Kong on Tuesday announced a two-week extension of measures aimed at controlling the spread of the Covid-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, including banning public gatherings of more than four people as well as keeping entertainment venues closed. - AFP

HONG KONG: Hong Kong on Tuesday (April 21) announced a two-week extension of measures aimed at controlling the spread of the Covid-19 (coronavirus) outbreak, including banning public gatherings of more than four people as well as keeping entertainment venues closed.

The extension will see businesses such as bars, pubs, beauty salons and karaoke bars remain closed until at least May 7. Restaurants, which have been allowed to operate, can only to do so at half their capacity with tables spaced approximately 1.5m (5 feet) apart.