Health Minister Jens Spahn (41, CDU) wants to tighten the screws again for the corona measures. In view of the high corona numbers and full intensive care units, Spahn announced new steps in the fight against the fourth wave on Friday. Because: “If nothing happens, the incidences will continue to double every two weeks,” says Spahn.
Among other things, the free test options are to come back – he is still signing the corresponding ordinance today, and it will come into force on Saturday.
And: He pleads for restrictions on events, wants one there 2G-Plus scheme (vaccinated or recovered AND tested) take action against the infection process.
“3G was too often 0G”
Spahn said: “3G was a good idea, but it was 0G far too often. We can no longer afford that. 3G will no longer be enough. ”Too often, the specifications were not checked.
In view of the serious Corona situation, RKI boss Lothar Wieler warned: “It’s five past twelve!” At this stage, 2G alone is no longer sufficient: Limitations on the number of participants or even bans on events must be considered, as well as closing be reconsidered by bars and clubs.
Spahn ignites the booster turbo
Spahn also wants the booster turbo: Additional incentives should accelerate the pace of third-party or booster vaccinations.
Specifically: With a planned regulation, doctors are to receive 28 euros as compensation from Tuesday instead of the previous 20 euros, and there should also be a weekend surcharge of 8 euros.
The minister pointed out that vaccinations are picking up again. This week, more than 4.3 million cans were ordered, which is a four-fold increase compared to the previous weeks. In addition to the practices, there are again more than 170 vaccination centers and around 600 mobile teams.
Next Déjà-Vu: Corona-MPK next Thursday
Next Thursday there will be another Bund-Länder-Round with Chancellor Angela Merkel (CDU) with the Prime Ministers of the Länder. This is important in order to come to joint action, said Spahn. From his point of view, such a vote would have been necessary three weeks ago.
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