Summary
A surge in new infections of the SARS-CoV-2 novel coronavirus will translate to new restrictions in at least six regions of the Netherlands beginning on Monday.
The six regions at Level 2 include Amsterdam-Amstelland, Rotterdam-Rijnmond, Haaglanden which covers The Hague, Utrecht, Leiden and the rest of Hollands Midden, as well as Kennemerland which includes Haarlem. More regions could be added to the list next week.
The hospitality industry in those locations will not be allowed to admit new clienteleafter 00:00, and all facilities must be closed by 1 a.m. The maximum number of people allowed in any location will be capped at 50, with the exception of protests, religious gatherings, funerals, and education facilities.
Mayors in those Level 2 cities will also close off areas where people have gathered to hold parties with little regard for the coronavirus rules.