The Slovak authorities will introduce a lockdown for citizens unvaccinated from COVID-19 from November 22 
citizens unvaccinated against coronavirus. This is reported by Reuters with reference to Prime Minister Eduard Heger.
The politician noted that these restrictions were introduced against the backdrop of an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases and an increased load on hospitals. In particular, the places in intensive care units have been significantly reduced. Heger clarified that unvaccinated residents will not be able to visit restaurants, shopping centers, mass and sports events. They will be allowed to go to essential goods stores and pharmacies.
According to the agency, Slovakia still has one of the lowest vaccination rates among European countries. So, in the country, only 45 percent of residents are fully vaccinated against coronavirus, while the average for the union is about 65 percent. At the moment, the country has recorded a record number of new cases of infection – more than eight thousand per day.
On November 15, the Austrian authorities also introduced a lockdown for citizens unvaccinated from coronavirus. Austrian Chancellor Alexander Schallenber drew attention to the fact that the country was covered by the fourth wave of the disease. According to him, those who are not vaccinated against COVID-19, who are over 12 years old, will only be able to leave their homes to buy groceries and essentials, as well as to work and walk.