Austria's government has approved a new lockdown that will only apply to unvaccinated people. Starting at midnight on Sunday, the government said people who haven't been vaccinated will only be allowed to leave their homes for essential reasons, such as working, shopping or taking a walk. The lockdown is intended to push more people to get the jabs against COVID-19.
Austria's decision comes just two days after the Netherlands announced a partial lockdown for all residents.
Austria has one of the lowest vaccination rates in western Europe. Together with Chancellor Alexander Schallenberg Interior Minister Karl Nehammer held a press conference announcing the measure.
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Austria's decision comes just two days after the Netherlands announced a partial lockdown for all residents.
Austria has one of the lowest vaccination rates in western Europe. Together with Chancellor Alexander Schallenberg Interior Minister Karl Nehammer held a press conference announcing the measure.
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