Written question WQ82812
- Asked by
- Janet Finch-SaundersConservative
- To be answered by
- Minister for Social Justice
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 5 days
Question
Given the events research programme found that nine entertainment events produced just 28 cases of COVID-19 out of 51,319 total spectators, will the Minister clarify what steps the Welsh Government is taking to review restrictions on congregations for worship?
Answer
Answered by Minister for Social Justice
Aside from the general restrictions that apply widely, such as the requirement to socially distance and wear facemasks indoors in public places, there are no restrictions on congregations. Places of worship are required to conduct risk assessments and guidance is offered to inform those risk assessments.
The guidance for places of worship is available at: https://gov.wales/guidance-reopening-places-worship-coronavirus-html
The public health regulations are reviewed on a three weekly cycle.