Youngsters can sing again as Swiss start lockdown exit

Switzerland’s young people will be able to sing again from March 1, the government on Wednesday, as it announced the first phase in a cautious easing from COVID-19 restrictions. The cabinet, conscious of the impact the lockdown and social distancing is having on the psychological health of youngsters, said it was allowing sports and cultural activities for under-20s to resume, raising the age limit from 16. Children’s and youth choirs will be able to practise and hold events, albeit without audiences.