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SOPs for NRP Phases 1, 2 tweaked

Jul 20, 2021

The government has agreed to relax several SOPs under Phase 1 and 2 of the National Recovery Plan.

The Deputy Prime Minister says the decision was made due to the country’s improved vaccination rates.

Among the changes in SOPs for Phase 1 is cycling and solo activities are allowed in residential areas, with physical distancing of 2m to 3m observed.

Under Phase 2, business premises are allowed to operate between 6am and 10pm, including speciality stores such as petrol stations.

Malaysia reported a slight rise in Covid-19 infections yesterday, with 10,972 cases.

According to the Health Ministry, Selangor continues to record the bulk of the total.

Meanwhile, Negeri Sembilan had the second most cases, while Perlis had one.

Image: Utusan Malaysia

PDRM will up their efforts to ensure everyone continues to follow set guidelines during Aidiladha celebrations today.

Bukit Aman says cops will patrol housing areas and public premises, to prevent the further spread of Covid-19.