1. Singapore bans dine-in from 16 May to 13 June 2021 Group gatherings limited to two
Between 16 May and 13 June, Singapore is further tightening security measures as follows:
- Social gatherings are limited to a maximum of 2 persons and a maximum of 2 social gatherings per day
- A maximum of 2 different visitors per household per day
- Grandchildren who are cared for by grandparents on a daily basis will not be included in the visitor or social gathering limit
- Employees who can work from home should do so whenever possible
- No dine-in meals or wedding receptions are allowed
Marriage vows and religious ceremonies:
- A maximum of 100 people can attend; if more than 50 people attend, all must be tested for coronary disease prior to the event
Funerals:
- A maximum of 20 people are allowed to be present at any one time
Safety measures for sporting events
- Group or social sports activities: maximum of 2 persons per group
Sports sessions indoors or outdoors:
- Masks must be worn at all times during low-intensity activities
- Maximum of 30 people per group of 2
- A safe distance of 3 meters must be maintained between groups and there must be no cross interaction
High-intensity outdoor activities where masks must be removed:
- Maximum of 2 people, including the instructor
In order to identify potential coronary patients more quickly, patients must undergo polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing as well as rapid antigen testing (ART) at the time of consultation
2. implementation of home-based learning from 19 May
With effect from 19 May 2021, home-based learning will be fully implemented for all students in primary and secondary schools, junior colleges or Liren High Schools, and special schools in Singapore until the end of the school term on 28 May.
According to the Ministry’s announcement, pre-school centers and student care centers will continue to operate as usual to support parents who have to work.
During the June school holidays, schools will allow final year students to return in small groups if necessary. Mid-year mother tongue examinations for O and A levels will also be held as planned and strict security measures will be implemented.
The school will still be open to a limited number of students who need to return to study. Parents who work in essential service industries, or who are unable to find alternative care arrangements, may also seek assistance from the primary school their child attends.
