Kurz ready to pull 'brake' on easing of lockdown

The press conference discusses Austria's current COVID-19 situation, highlighting a stable trend in numbers. The government plans to gradually return to normalcy, starting with the reopening of small businesses while maintaining restrictions. Future actions will balance freedom and necessary limitations, with a readiness to implement emergency measures if needed. The conference concludes with acknowledgments to officials and participants.

What positive development was mentioned at the beginning of the press conference?

• The introduction of a new healthcare policy

• The lifting of all travel restrictions

• A decrease in COVID-19 cases in Austria

• The reopening of large shopping malls

What remains in place despite the reopening of small shops?

• School closures

• Travel bans

• Curfews

• Restrictions on movement

What is the government's main strategy for the coming months?

• To impose strict lockdowns

• To allow complete freedom without restrictions

• To balance freedom with necessary restrictions

• To focus solely on economic recovery

What will the government do if the COVID-19 numbers worsen?

• Ignore the situation

• Increase the number of press conferences

• Wait for international guidance

• Implement the planned emergency measures

Who were thanked at the end of the press conference?

• The Chancellor, Health Minister, Interior Minister, and colleagues in home office

• The media representatives

• International health organizations

• The general public