Beginning at 11:59 pm on March 26, Singapore banned parties outside school and work is limited to 10 people, extending to the end of next month.

To further ensure that Singaporeans keep their distance, the Singapore government has announced that it can accommodate up to 10 people at work and school parties, including religious venue group events, birthday parties, weddings and funerals.

The Singapore Ministry of Health (March 24) announced that the measure will take effect on March 26, with effect from 1:59 until the end of next month.

Authorities say these measures could be extended if the outbreak does not improve.