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CORONAVIRUS - To tackle economic impact of coronavirus, €50 million is released to help businesses and prevent bankruptcies

“As we have done with preventive health measures, the Principality is introducing barrier measures for the economy alongside support measures... we’re taking action!” In an intentionally aggressive move, Jean Castellini, Minister of Finance and Economy, announced during a press briefing on the COVID-19 crisis held b...

PROCEDURE - Compensation for looking after children at home following closure of crèches, pre-schools and schools Exceptional and temporary measures due to COVID-19

As part of measures aimed at limiting the spread of coronavirus, the Prince’s Government has decided to temporarily close crèches and schools until further notice.Parents affected who have children aged under 16 (or 18 in the case of children with disabilities) and who are affiliated to the Social Services Compensat...

CORONAVIRUS: A Ninth Positive Case is Announced in Monaco

The Principality's health authorities were informed this morning, Monday, that the analyses of a sample taken yesterday have proved positive for COVID-19.This patient is H.E. the Minister of State.Serge Telle, who only has mild symptoms, remains confined at home in accordance with the framework of the treatment prot...

CORONAVIRUS: Weekend summary Principality strengthens measures to contain COVID-19 epidemic

Over the last two days, the epidemic has gathered pace in the Principality of Monaco, as it has in all European countries. Having managed to slow the epidemic considerably over the last two weeks, the health authorities in the Principality have been informed that four more people have tested positive for COVID-19 to...

CORONAVIRUS: Prince’s Government decides to close non-essential public places from midnight on Saturday 14 March

In light of the developing COVID-19 epidemic in countries neighbouring the Principality, the Prince’s Government, at the instruction of H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince, has decided to close all public places that are not essential to the functioning of the country from midnight on Saturday 14 March until further notice....

CORONAVIRUS: Third positive case identified in Monaco

The Principality’s health authorities were informed on Friday 13 March that a person treated at the Princess Grace Hospital had tested positive for COVID-19.The individual concerned has few symptoms and has returned home in accordance with the care protocol approved by the Monegasque authorities. Medical monitoring...

Quality of Life Preservation Unit presented to H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince

The Quality of Life Preservation Unit (UPCV) was recently presented to H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince on Place du Palais, in the presence of Christophe Prat, Director-General of the Ministry of the Interior, representing Patrice Cellario, Minister of the Interior, Richard Marangoni, Police Commissioner, and Brigadier M...

CORONAVIRUS: The Prince's Government has Decided to Close Crèches and Educational Establishments from Monday

In consultation with H.S.H. the Sovereign Prince, the Prince's Government has decided, as of Monday 16 March and until further notice, to close crèches and educational establishments (primary schools, secondary schools, high schools, higher education establishments, etc.) in the Principality.The aim of this measure...

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The 2020 Oscar-Winning Best Short Film is Presented at thePermanent Mission of Monaco to the UN

On 10 March, the Permanent Representatives of Afghanistan and Monaco to the United Nations, Ms. Adela Raz and Ms. Isabelle Picco, held a screening of the documentary "Learning to Skateboard in a Warzone (if you are a girl)," which was recently awarded an Oscar.This short film was directed by Carol Dysinger...