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Hungary's health services are ready for peak of the second wave
Gergely Gulyás, the prime minister’s chief of staff, said the second wave of the coronavirus epidemic is “more serious” than the first.
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New face mask rules come into effect on Monday
The Hungarian government is extending face mask requirements to restaurants and entertainment venues from next week. The new regulations enter into effect on November 2.
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Hungary expands number of hospitals treating COVID-19 patients
Human Resources Minister, Miklos Kásler has ordered the expansion of the number of hospitals treating coronavirus patients.
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COVID-19: Middle-aged and elderly patient numbers increase
Cecília Müller has announced that an increasing number of people aged between 40 and 49 as well as people above 65 are among those infected with the novel coronavirus.
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CMO: Hungary’s coronavirus infection rates are close to the EU average
According to the World Health Organization, Hungary’s coronavirus infection rates are close to the European Union average.
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PM Orbán inspects coronavirus facilities at St. László Hospital
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Interior Minister Sándor Pintér visited the St. László Hospital in Budapest to observe preparations for receiving coronavirus patients.
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Younger generation hit by coronavirus
Chief Medical Officer Cecília Müller has revealed that the average age of Covid cases is now lower than before.
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PM Orbán: Failure by young people to follow the rules could endanger the elderly and the sick
The prime minister said the government has capped the price of coronavirus tests at HUF 19,500 and decided that clubs and bars must close by 11pm.
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Government to introduce further economy protection measures for second wave
Mihály Varga, Minister of Finance, said the planned measures include targeted tax reductions and supporting construction businesses.
Speeches and Remarks
Exclusive interview with Viktor Orbán on the "This Evening" programme on Hungarian public service television channel M1
12 September 2020
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PM Orbán: Second wave of the coronavirus epidemic calls for a different strategy
The government has a strategy to save lives and keep the country going at the same time, PM Orbán said, adding that “flexibility, an ability to take action and rapid reactions” were crucial.
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FM: Government intent on avoiding second lockdown
Minister Szijjártó said the government’s priority now is to avoid the virus from being imported into the country from abroad.
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Gulyás: If active infections in Hungary exceed 1,000-1,500, then a second wave would get under way
Gergely Gulyás, the Prime Minister’s chief of staff, said that every effort should be made to keep any second wave to a minimum.