France records at least 70 new COVID-19 cases linked to schools: Reports

France recorded at least 70 new coronavirus cases linked to schools after reopening a week ago, according to reports. France last week anunced re-opening of some schools allowing over 1,50,000 junior high students to return to ir classrooms after two months of strict shutdown. French Education Minister Jean-Michel Blanquer on May 18 during a Rio program sounded alarm saying that reopening of schools has put children under risk of contamination. 

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Blanquer said that affected schools have been immediately shut after reports of virus contraction emerged. As media reports, seven schools in rrn France have been asked to shut down due to new cases. Blanquer, however, did t confirm wher new cases were among students or teachers. According to reports, France reopened around 40,000 schools as restrictions in country eased following a low infection rate. According to Blanquer, 30 per cent of pupils returned to school after reopening that also requires authorities to keep classes capped at 15 students. 

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French PM issues new guidelines

French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe issued new guidelines outlining how country will move ahe in coming months. Philippe issued guidance on testing and isolation of sick, wearing masks, and public garings. Philippe said it will be mandatory for people to wear masks in public places or travelling in public transport or taxis. Philippe said businesses will be allowed to reopen but restaurants, cafes, and beaches will remain closed until at least June. 

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