Press Release:- On the advice of medical officials and technical officers, the Cabinet of Ministers have agreed upon adjusted COVID-19 protocols for the period 13th – 31st August, 2021. A meeting of NEMAC was convened and consultations were held with the SLHTA, Restaurant Owners, Tourism Operators and other stakeholders. The Opposition was represented by Mr. Dominic Fedee. The recommendations on the adjusted COVID-19 protocols were generally accepted by participants of NEMAC and other stakeholders. The current positivity rate of COVID-19 infections is serious and requires an immediate and decisive response if we are to protect the lives and livelihoods of