NATIONAL NEWS - It is important that our children are taught and made to understand the importance of social distancing during this time.

• Children should not have playdates or get-togethers with children from other households during the lockdown to limit the spread of the virus.

• If children are playing outside their own home, it is essential that they remain away from anyone who is not in their own household.

• Do not allow children to interact with others as this can potentially continue the chain of viral spread into the community.

• While children may be asymptomatic carriers, they can transmit COVID-19 to members of their family or anyone else they have had contact with.

• This can put parents and others at home at risk, especially those with pre-existing medical conditions.

Social distancing means keeping a safe distance between yourself and other people.
• Families must put distance between themselves and others in their community to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

• Through social distancing, we can slow the spread of COVID-19, especially to those who are at higher risk of illness.

• The best and most effective way to practice social distancing is to stay at home and do not receive visitors.

• Do not go to social spaces and avoid large groups of people that are in one place.

• When going out to purchase food and essential items, ensure a space of 1.5 meters between you and the next person.

Play your part by following the social distancing rules.
• As part of social distancing citizens are not allowed to jog or walk their dogs during the 21-day lockdown period.

• These regulations also apply to people living within estates and complexes.

• All estate and complex managers are encouraged to assist in ensuring that these regulations are enforced.

• The fundamental purpose of lockdown is to drastically reduce the movement of people in order to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

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