Italy was poised Wednesday to impose a nationwide curfew and tougher measures for some populous regions as it faces a surge in coronavirus cases. Italy was the first European country hit by coronavirus and has so far reported almost 760,000 cases, and more than 39,400 deaths. Conte had hoped to avoid a country-wide lockdown such as that imposed in March, which devastated the economy, and wanted to wait to see whether more moderate restrictions imposed last week had had an impact. But unlike then, churches and parks will be open, hairdressers will operate and restaurants can serve take-out food until the nighttime curfew. Join Mint channel in your Telegram and stay updated with the latest business news.

Source: Mint November 04, 2020 15:11 UTC