Business sector worried about consequences of lockdown

Talking to the press on Friday, Economy Minister Zdravko Počivalšek said "Slovenia is returning to the spring period", as he talked about the restrictions which are to take effect on Saturday.

The government decided yesterday that all non-essential services be suspended for a week, with the exception of grocery stores, agriculture stores, pharmacies, markets, stores selling pet food, florists and plant nurseries, petrol stations, car and bike repair shops, construction stores, banks, insurance companies, post offices, delivery services and news stands.

Bars and restaurants remain closed but to-go and delivery services are allowed between 6am and 9pm. Other essential health and security services are also allowed, as well as remote shopping.

While accommodation services will shut down tomorrow, there will be exceptions for the accommodation of business...