Hong Kong to lift more social-distancing rules ahead of Mother’s Day

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam Cheng Yuet-ngor announced the further relaxation of social distancing rules on May 3, 2022, citing an improved Covid-19 situation in the city. Starting from May 5, residents will be allowed to take off their masks at outdoor sports venues, and water sports facilities will reopen. The number of diners allowed per table in restaurants will be raised to eight, from the current four. Lam also said the originally planned second stage of relaxation is on track for May 19. By then, all closed venues will be allowed to resume operations.