47 have now tested positive

The Chief Medical Officer has announced 29 new corona cases, bring the total up to 47.

Around 190 more people have been tested since the last update yesterday morning.

A total of 703 coronavirus tests have been made so far.

New recommendations from health authority

It is necessary to change and intensify some measures to help control the spread of the coronavirus.

This was the conclusion of yesterday’s epidemic commission meeting.

New measures include staying away from large groups whenever possible. The fewer the better – though no more than ten people.

The committee also advises modifying the rules for quarantine in certain job groups that play a key role in keeping society going.

Translated by prosa.fo