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Abu Dhabi shuts entertainment outlets

ABU DHABI, March 15, 2020

The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has directed entertainment destinations in the Emirate to temporarily suspend operations as part of the precautionary measures taken nationwide to curb the proliferation of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
 
"The decision is reflective of the ADDED's determination to safeguard all Emiratis and residents living in the Emirate in line with public safety and protocol measures," said Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa Al Hammadi, Chairman of ADDED.
 
Rashid Abdul Karim Al Balooshi, ADDED Undersecretary, said the decision to temporarily close these destinations is aimed to help people steer clear of crowded places.
 
"Those who will not abide by the decision will be punishable under Article 72 of ADDED's Table of Fines which specifies a pecuniary penalty in the range of AED 3,000-AED10,00 and ultimately closing the facility in case of a repeat infraction," Al Balooshi explained.
 
Inspection campaigns will be carried out to ensure compliance, he added, highlighting in this respect the recent decisions taken by the department to ban shisha across all cafes and restaurants across the emirate in order to curb the outbreak of the novel virus and ensure people's safety and security.
 
The decision is applicable with immediate effect upon the time of issuance until further notice.
 
READINESS GUIDE: In another development, the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has launched the Business Continuity Readiness Guidelines for UAE organisations in the event of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, as part of efforts to boost the nation's readiness and response for emergencies and transfer best international practices.
 
The purpose of this guide is to demonstrate precautionary and preventive measures aiming to sustain business continuity for organisations across Preventive Measures; Preparing and Increasing of Readiness; and Response and Handling of Cases, while planning for business continuity during outbreaks features Leadership; Remote Work Strategy; Staff Distribution; Flexibility of Procedures; Monitoring and Evaluation of Suppliers; and Supply Chain Readiness.
 
''This guide is a guiding document to increase the readiness of the organisations in the UAE and maintain the provision of the essential services and products, as well as to reinforce the importance of synergy and sustainable cooperation between all concerned organisations in the UAE,'' NCEMA said.
 
FOOTBALL COMPETITIONS PUT OFF: UAE Football Association has postponed U-19 competitions with immediate effect and until further notice on coronavirus concerns, while first-team and U-21 fixtures will continue as scheduled in coordination with the UAE Pro League.
 
In a statement today, UFA said the decision follows on that taken last Thursday on delaying the competitions of various age groups, including U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, and U-17.
 
The UFA also suspended trainings for various age groups as well as women's football, futsal and football academies' activities.
 
AL AIN ZOO TO CLOSE: Al Ain Zoo will be closed temporarily from March 15 until further notice, to ensure the safety of its visitors and in response to the precautionary measures taken by the government to curb the spread of the coronavirus outbreak.
 



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