The government of the Netherlands is reportedly expected to announce a new partial lockdown on Friday (12 November).
Citing government sources, Dutch news agency NOS said a final cabinet decision would be announced in a televised address. According to the broadcaster, the measures will included early bar, restaurant and shop closures.
People will be urged to work from home where possible, and there will be no crowds at sporting events. The lockdown is expected to remain in place for at least three weeks.
New cases of Covid-19 in the Netherlands hit a new high on Thursday (11 November).
