Swiss step up corona measures but keep ski resorts open

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Switzerland has allowed ski resorts to stay open for domestic tourism as the government announced some stricter measures to control the spread of the novel coronavirus, Reuters reported.

Ski areas will need local authority approval to operate after December 22, while enclosed transport including ski lifts, trains and gondolas will be limited to two-thirds capacity from December 9, it said.

“Ski resorts should be able to remain open for domestic tourism,” the government said in a statement, while stressing permits could be revoked if resorts do not adhere to strict safety measures.

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