"On the basis of the legal provisions relating to the management of the state of health emergency, and as part of the preventive measures in force to limit the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic, and with a view to preserving the health of citizens, the government has decided to limit attendance at funeral and burial ceremonies to a maximum of 10 people," said the government in a statement.

While stressing the importance of these measures in reducing the risk of the pandemic spreading, the government recalls the need for a strong and responsible commitment from everyone to respect the measures and decisions taken by the public authorities.