The speech byEdouard Philippe and his ministers was particularly eagerly awaited. Visit 28 MayAt around 5 p.m., the Prime Minister outlined the contours of this second phase of the deconfinement planwhich comes into force on 2 June. This new stage marks the abolition of the 100 km limit imposed until now on travel within France. Business and tourist travel will therefore be able to resume gradually at national level. Beyond that, the situation should be clearer by mid-June.
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Edouard Philippe said he was in favour of a reopening of borders within the European Union on 15 June, without quarantine. " Within Europe, the epidemic is slowing down: France will be in favour of reopening Europe's internal borders from 15 June if the health situation allows, without a four-week period for travellers from European countries." said the head of government.
The Prime Minister also pointed out that reciprocal measures would apply. Clearly, if Spain maintains the 14-day isolation imposed on all travellers to its territory, France will do the same for passengers arriving from Spanish territory. Visit 15 JuneEurope should also speak with one voice to specify the timetable and procedures for reopening the Schengen area's external borders. Following on from this, the ADP Group announced the reopening of Orly airport the 26 June.
Other measures unveiled by the government on Thursday include the reopening of bars and restaurants - only on terraces in orange zones such as the Ile de France - and the launch of the "Stop Covid" application. The next stage in the decontamination process will be specified on 22 June.
