Government Office Closure Extended Once Again

The previously announced Government offices closure directive has been once again extended by President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih. The measures are to be observed until June 22, 2021. 
 
The measures are applicable to all government offices in the Greater Malé Region (Malé, Hulhumalé, Villingili, Thilafushi and Gulhifalhu). During this time, work is to be continued on the respective online platforms of the offices. However, they are allowed to continue necessary essential work without interruption by allowing the minimum number of required employees to attend their respective offices. A Minister or head of an office or institution should authorise any exemptions. 
 
In his directive, President Solih reiterated the importance of adhering to the instructions of the Health Protection Agency (HPA) to control the spread of the coronavirus.