COVID-19: Movement restrictions are over in the UAE but you can still get fined for these violations

Restrictions on public gatherings, masks and social distancing are still in place

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Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor, Living in UAE Editor
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1/18
The UAE is moving towards normality, but there are certain restrictions related to COVID-19 that you still need to be aware of.
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2/18
A press conference by NCEMA on June 27 highlighted how people had become lax with the hygiene and social-distancing measures that had been put in place.
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3/18
Read the Gulf News report on the press conference by Salem Al-Zaabi, acting chief of state for emergency, crisis and disaster, here: gulfnews.com/1.1593274604486
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4/18
Public gatherings are still not allowed.
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5/18
These are fines for violations as announced by authorities on May 18 - gulfnews.com/1.1589868062037
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6/18
Dh10,000 - fine for a host organising a party or gathering. Dh5,000 each for attendees.
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7/18
Maximum three people in a car, unless they are from the same family.
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8/18
Dh500 for not wearing a mask.
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9/18
Authorities urged residents to prioritise wearing a mask as one of the primary precautions to curb the spread of COVID-19.
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10/18
You can wear a surgical mask or a cloth mask, but it is essential to wear one.
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11/18
Repeat offenders can expect stricter action from authorities.
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12/18
National Call Centre - Weqaya - has been set up to respond to people's COVID-19 related concerns.
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13/18
You can call them on 800 WEQAYA (937292) or reach them through WhatsApp on 0563346740.
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14/18
Fine for not downloading the Al Hosn app when you have tested positive for COVID-19.
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15/18
Fine for not placing thermal cameras where required.
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16/18
Find for not maintaining social distance.
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17/18
Repeat offenders can expect strict penalties.
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Picture used for illustrative purposes only.
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