Accept the reality that life must go on

WHILE many were looking forward to the relaxation of the movement control order (MCO) that would lead to the reopening of the larger bulk of businesses yesterday, there was also a chorus of objections from another group.

The reasons cited by the latter are clear and there is no argument that having more people out in public will see an increased risk of infection. To be fair, if everyone were to be disciplined and adopt the necessary measures when they are outside, such as wearing face masks and observing social distancing, the risks would be reduced.