Bahrain adopts Green Alert Level from tomorrow

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain is moving to Green Alert Level from tomorrow while emphasising the importance of following all precautionary measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).

The decision to ease restrictions was made following a review of the average COVID-19 positivity rates by the National Medical Taskforce for Combatting the Coronavirus.

The taskforce also urged citizens and residents to get vaccinated and receive a booster shot if eligible.

At green level, the choice of in-person or remote learning for the new 2021-2022 school year will be left to parents.

Dr Mohamed Mubarak Juma, Director General for Schools Affairs at the Education Ministry, explained that under this level, 100% of students are allowed to attend in-person lessons with consistent use of social distancing of at least half a metre.

He said that the number of staff permitted to return to work in-person at public educational institutions differs depending upon the Ministry’s needs across each alert level.

For private educational institutions, the number of returning staff is subject to their discretion.

The Ministry has issued a guide to returning to schools and educational institutions, which includes instructions and guidelines to preserve the health and safety of students and faculty.

Dr Juma assured that Bahrain will continue its efforts to preserve the children’s health, wishing them a successful and safe school year.

 Health Ministry Undersecretary for Public Health Dr Mariam Al Hajeri, also taskforce member, stressed the importance of adhering to all precautionary measures to ensure the safe return of students and administrative and educational staff.