Photo of the Day: Dancer rehearsing in self-imposed quarantine
A dancer is rehearsing in self-imposed quarantine on 26 March 2020.
Coronavirus
‘Curfew meant to protect most vulnerable groups’
The curfew entering into effect on March 28 in response to the novel coronavirus epidemic aims to “separate the most vulnerable elderly population from young people in a bearable way”, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said in an interview to public broadcaster Kossuth Rádió.
Coronavirus: 343 Confirmed Cases in Hungary
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Hungary has reached 343 by Saturday (28th March).
Chief Medical Officer Issues Decree Banning Passenger Transport Into Hungary
Hungary’s chief medical officer has issued a decree banning with immediate effect all civilian passenger transport by air, rail or bus into Hungary, as well as the entry of non-Hungarian citizens into the country.
Police Ready to Fulfil Curfew-Related Duties
Hungary’s police force is ready to fulfil its duties concerning the curfew restrictions entering into effect from Saturday, the operative board coordinating the response to the novel coronavirus epidemic said.
Government applies for EU VAT exemption for masks and respirators
The Hungarian government has appealed to the European Commission to grant VAT exemption for imports of face masks, respirators and other equipment of protection against the novel coronavirus, State Secretary Norbert Izer told MTI- He added that the exemption would only apply to appliances to be distributed free of charge.
Over two-thirds of Hungarians back emergency extension bill
More than two-thirds of Hungarians support the government bill submitted to parliament on coronavirus protection and extending the state of emergency, according to a survey by the Századvég Foundation.
Hungary to keep growth edge over euro zone in spite of pandemic
The National Bank of Hungary (NBH) projects Hungary’s economy will expand more slowly this year because of measures to contain the spread of novel coronavirus, but it will maintain its growth advantage over countries in the euro zone.
Coronavirus: Boris Johnson is Infected
It has been announced today (27th March) that Boris Johnson, British PM, is also infected.
Restrictions on Movement in Hungary Between 28th March and 11th April
The new government measures covering the whole country will come into effect between March 28 and April 11.