Statement of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Lithuania. Country/Territory Lithuania Document type Miscellaneous Date 2020 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject General Keyword Business/industry/corporations Financing Risk assessment/management Hygiene/sanitary procedures Geographical area Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries, Northern Europe Abstract The Prime Minister, with a view of restriction of the spread of a new coronavirus infection (COVID-19) and protection of public health, decrees to take immediate action in order to reduce risks and threats to citizens. In particular: (a) all indoor sporting, cultural, leisure and entertainment events are banned as of 13 March, until 27 March; (b) outdoor events with a maximum of 100 participants will only take place with maximum safety for participants ensured in terms of hygiene, distance and other requirements; and (c) attendance of cultural, leisure and sports facilities is also prohibited; the activities of such bodies shall be permitted to the extent it is possible to organize them online. The Prime Minister appeals to employers, both in the private and public sectors, to take care of the self-isolation of the employees who have returned from the affected countries or had contacts with those affected. To the extent possible, allow remote working. Especially for those with young children. If that is not possible, the State will provide guarantees for temporary incapacity for work, thus helping protect you and those around you. The Government has already taken action to support Lithuania’s economy, small and medium-sized businesses and every employee. The public finance system is fully prepared for the challenges ahead. The State has accumulated reserves and funds that will be used as the situation demands. The Minister of Finance, together with the companies in the financial sector, to take concrete measures to maintain liquidity for small and medium-sized enterprises. Full text English Website lietuva.lt