It is expected that the new measures will contain elements from both Level 4 and 5 and that most shops will close as well as gyms and swimming pools.  

Construction sites and manufacturing companies are expected to stay open along with other essential services and shops.   

Household visits will be banned but people will be permitted to expand their household bubble to include close family members, isolated people and those in need of care. 

It is expected that Government will reject Nphet's suggestion of a six-week lockdown and instead go for between three and four weeks with a review at the end of the period.  

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