Physical distancing of a minimum of 1.5 metres is required (if not possible: strong recommendation to wear a face mask). Events with family and friends may only be attended by a maximum of 5 people. The number of people attending includes children. The family life or cohabitation of people in the same household does not count as an event or gathering that would be subject to the 5-person rule. Only gatherings with people from another household are subject to the 5-person rule. The Federal Council recommends restricting gatherings to two households and minimising the number of contacts. Gatherings of more than 5 people in public spaces (for example footpaths, parks and squares) are forbidden. Public events are prohibited. Shops and markets selling goods that are not day-to-day necessities are closed. Shops and markets selling so-called day-to-day necessities may remain open. Day-to-day necessities include, for example, food, drugstore items and cosmetics, cleaning products, newspapers, stationery, and building and gardening supplies. The opening hours of these shops and markets are no longer restricted (e.g. filling stations and kiosks may open on Sundays).