The province of New Brunswick is extending the state of emergency for another two weeks.
Premier Blaine Higgs says the province is “not in the clear” yet, but if we stay vigilant, we may see more freedoms in May.
Higgs announced revisions under the emergency order Thursday, including restaurant owners must ensure physical distancing of two metres by those ordering takeout.
“At the request of the restaurants that already have a license, during the state of emergency these restaurants will now be permitted to sell liquor along with meals as part of delivery and takeout orders. And of course, they will have to take special care to make sure they do not deliver to minors,” Higgs said.
Premier Higgs says the state of emergency is being extended for another two weeks. pic.twitter.com/8VFc95N2Ps
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Higgs addressed the issue for some involving multiple dispensing fees or co-pays for prescriptions.
He said this is happening because many who get refills for 60 or 90 days are now only getting a month’s worth, leading to more frequent fees than usual.
“I appreciate the great work our pharmacists are doing to make sure New Brunswickers have the medications they need. At this time, however, we are encouraging all pharmacists to remove the extra dispensing and co-pay fees associated with the new limits on prescription refills,” Higgs said.
In another change, the premier announced gardening and agricultural business will be allowed to open.
“These businesses provide materials to grow food and this is an essential service,” Higgs said.
Higgs asked out-of-province cottage owners to refrain from coming here to open them up for now.
