Barbados has lifted all curfews, which came into effect on Monday, 14 February 2022.
The Minister of Health and Wellness, Ian Gooding-Edghill announced that changes can be expected with a new directive.
The Minister said, “In order to move the country back to opening while observing protocols, the curfew will be removed.
“Therefore, with effect from Monday, February 14, which happens to be Valentine’s Day, the curfew will be lifted.
“I am sure that restaurants and other authorised dining facilities will want to fully cater to the ‘pent up’ demand of Barbadians and visitors on this extra special day. Patrons will no longer have to watch the clock,” he added.
The Minister noted that:
- The six feet rule for distancing will no longer apply, except where persons exercise together outdoors, without wearing a mask. In all other cases, the physical distance of at least three feet will apply.
- Hiking will also be allowed in no greater groups of 30 individuals.
- Pleasure craft and private boats, chartered for private cruises will move from 50 to 100 per cent of their authorised number of passengers. Proof of vaccination or testing will be required prior to boarding.
- Party cruises will be allowed to operate at 100 per cent of their authorised number, subject to proof of vaccination and Rapid Antigen Test and the presence of an officer from the COVID Monitoring Unit on board all cruises.
It was also disclosed that there will be no restrictions on beach and park activities.
Additional information on the Gov.UK website are as follows:
- All persons arriving in Barbados are required to wear face masks at all times whilst on airport grounds. Persons will also have their temperature taken.
- In moving around Barbados, follow social distancing protocols.
- Masks are mandatory in all public spaces. You can expect to have your temperature taken and you may be asked to supply your contact details when entering some premises.
- Regular washing of hands is encouraged and you can expect to be asked to clean your hands using hand sanitizer on entering a building.
- You may be required to quarantine and/or undergo a further COVID-19 test at any stage of your stay.
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