The government voted on Thursday afternoon increase the fines to be handed out by police to citizens, institutions and business owners who violate public health guidelines.
According to the new regulations approved by the government, the operation of a business or place open to the public in violation of the guidelines will be fined as follows:
-Up to 100 meters square - NIS 5,000
-Up to100 to 500 meters square - NIS 7,500
-More than 500 meters - 10,000 NIS
A prohibited event with a higher number of participants than allowed will be fined as follows:
Open space - NIS 5,000
Closed area - 10,000 NIS
It was also decided to increase the fines against unsanctioned educational institutions:
Up to 35 students - NIS 5,000
Beyond 35 students - 10,000 NIS
The new regulations will take effect within 24 hours.