Following the partial easing of restrictions on movement in Dubai, the Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has lifted closure of public parks and hotel beaches.
The updates on the coronavirus protocol in the emirate came into effect last Tuesday, May 12, reported WAM.
The reopening of public parks will be implemented with strict preventive measures such as ensuring gatherings do not exceed five people.
Hotels are allowed to reopen their private beaches only to their guests while enforcing stringent preventive measures, the most important of which is mandatory physical distancing between individuals.
Meanwhile, refund and return of goods and use of fitting rooms will at malls will now be allowed but business owners must ensure that preventive measures are in place.
Trams and maritime transport including the Dubai Ferry, water taxis, both traditional and air-conditioned abras, and car sharing services can resume operations as well, according to timelines specified by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).
In addition, sports and recreational activities will be permitted in open spaces for up to five people, including cycling, water sports and skydiving. Comprehensive preventive measures have to be maintained while engaging in these sporting activities.
