He said this measure is being taken to maintain the state as a Covid-19 green zone state.

“This directive is not only for those entering from red zone areas but for every individual, regardless of whether they are coming from a green zone like Penang.

“There will be no exceptions, whether they are coming from abroad (neighbouring countries) or from other states. They will be required to undergo quarantine as directed by the health ministry to contain the spread of Covid-19,” he told reporters here today.

He said to date, 116 people are still being quarantined at three quarantine centres in the state, with 49 at the state Industrial Training Institute (ILP), 43 at Putra Brasmana Hotel in Kuala Perlis and the rest at the health ministry’s Training Institute (Nursing) in Kangar.

Azlan said all food premises will be allowed to stay open until 10pm, compared to 8am to 8pm previously.

He said members of the public are allowed to dine-in at eateries, but owners have to adhere to the set standard operating procedure (SOP).

On sports and recreational activities, Azlan said the people are only allowed to jog in certain areas, such as the Denai Larian track at Pengkalan Assam, Department of Irrigation and Drainage and Taman Bukit Lagi.

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