The reality is starting to hit home that Ibiza and the rest of Spain is on lockdown and under a ‘state of alarm’ that gives the authorities special powers to curb freedom of movement. This will initially last until 31 March 2020.
There are some who are still trying to bend the rules however we all have a duty to politely persuade them that this isn’t acceptable and that only by staying at home and minimising contact with others can we combat the threat of spreading the virus.
The situation is evolving by the hour and the rules will get tighter as the week goes on, we are already seeing supermarkets, fast food delivery outlets and financial institutions come up with specific guidelines, many flights have been cancelled and police are highly visible on the street. We should all stay calm and follow the rules and help to get through this as quickly as possible.
Thanks to Mayor Marcos Serra for sending a video message to the English speaking community of San Antonio and even though he needlessly apologised for his English it was very welcome and greatly appreciated.
To recap, he asked us to stay inside unless there is an urgent and justificable need for any of the following
To buy food
Go to the pharmacy
Go to the medical centre
Go to work
Care for the elderly, young and those who need our help
Go to financial or insurance institutions
Go to Petrol stations
The establishments that can remain open are as follows.
Food, beverages, basic necessities, medical, optical, orthopaedics, press, tobacconists, technology, animal food stores and laundries.
There was some initial confusion over dog walking as it is forbidden to go out for sports, although it’s now been stated that pets are allowed to be walked individually within your neighbourhood.
Others and I will continue to post credible updates on social media but the message is crystal clear so please follow the guidelines and stay home wherever possible. With everyone’s help we will be able to return to normal as soon as possible.
Best Regards
Special thanks to Lesley Donald and Tricia Templeton
VERY IMPORTANT: INFORMATION TAKEN FROM CREDIBLE PRESS AND GOVERNMENT SOURCES HOWEVER THE SITUATION IS CHANGING VERY QUICKLY. THIS BLOG IS WRITTEN FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES AND I TAKE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ERRORS GIVEN IN GOOD FAITH
"MAN IN SAN AN" by Martin Makepeace 
They should also close the Tobacco shops as surely this is not an essential supply is it ?
This would also help the health of many people and would also cut down on people coughing from smoke inhalation then you would be able to tell easier if they have a cough its either a cold or the virus.. let the smokers have there voice on this comment.
I mean all the vape shops have to close dont they ?
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