Macron unveils gradual easing of lockdown - China.org.cn

French people will enjoy more freedom in outdoor exercises starting Saturday, and the nationwide coronavirus lockdown could be lifted on Dec. 15 if health conditions are met, President Emmanuel Macron announced Tuesday in a TV address.

"A new page will open on Saturday, Nov. 28," said Macron. Starting Saturday, outdoor exercises will be allowed for up to three hours a day, and people can go up to 20 km from their homes. Currently, people can only go out for exercise for one hour and in a radius of one km.

Starting Saturday, non-essential shops will also be allowed to reopen until 9 p.m. and under strict health conditions, and indoor religious services with 30 worshippers will be also allowed, according to Macron.