Trade union leader accuses government of putting economic interests over public health

The chairman of the Czech-Moravian Confederation of Trade Unions, Josef Středula ,has accused the government of putting economic interests over public health. Mr. Středula was referring to the fact that in tightening Covid restrictions on Friday the government stopped short of closing down industrial production, which contributes to 30 percent of the GDP.

The government has opted to maintain industrial production with strict hygiene norms in place and  voluntary testing which should become mandatory in a few days’ time. The state will contribute 60 crowns per test, for a maximum one test a week per employee.