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Following the Decree by the Minister of Health, No. 39, dated 26 August 2020, which sets the maximum number for gatherings at home or/and other public or private assembly spaces at 50 persons per house/group, and due to inquiries by members of the public, the Ministry of Health makes the following clarifications:

The organizing of lunch/dinner for christening or wedding at home with a number of participants over 50 is allowed, provided the organizers of the event submit a relevant request and obtain an approval by the Ministry of Health.

In order to obtain an approval, documentary evidence (invitation etc) should be sent to the email address director@mphs.moh.gov.cy, stating the date the event will take place and also the square metre-area where the event will be held as well as the number of guests.

Provided that in each case all the measures and guidelines are observed in accordance with the relevant protocols, which govern the holding of weddings and christenings in catering establishments, as given by the Epidemiological Monitoring Unit.

(ND)