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Coronavirus traces in wastewater across Estonia are continuing to rise, according to a recent study conducted on a weekly basis, with Ida-Viru County showing particularly high readings.
Although the practice of registering 'fictitious' places of residence ahead of local elections has been going on for years, candidates in the Tartu County town of Elva have now taken legal action to remove those who have allegedly done just that. According to a constitutional law expert, the regulations governing the topic should be reviewed.
In the light of increased coronavirus infections, the number of patients requiring hospital treatment will be 300-350 next week, the Health Board's weekly coronavirus overview reports. This means scheduled treatments will have to be restricted.
The council of the Conservative People's Party (EKRE) said in a political statement that the government must take action to contain the rising price of electricity.
During the last day, 324 new cases of coronavirus were confirmed across Estonia, the Health Board (Terviseamet) said on Saturday.