Rome: Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte on Tuesday imposed new restrictions on gatherings, restaurants, sports and school activities in an attempt to slow a recent surge in coronavirus infections.The government decree, published after days of draft versions and speculation by ministers over its probable measures, will take effect within 24 hours and be valid for 30 days.It bans parties in restaurants, clubs or in the open air and strongly recommends that people do not hold parties in their homes or host more than six guests at any time.
Weddings and other ceremonies can be attended by no more than 30 people.The decree firmly advises that face masks, which are already obligatory in public buildings and outdoors, should also be worn at.