Prognosis

Germany to Extend Lockdown Until Mid-February, Mulls Curfew

Finance Minister expects curbs to last until at least Feb. 14
Scholz sees signs measures are starting to have an effect

The Brandenburg Gate during lockdown in Berlin.
Photographer: Liesa Johannssen-Koppitz/Bloomberg

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By Iain Rogers and Arne Delfs

January 17, 2021 at 4:54 PM UTC

Updated on

January 18, 2021 at 9:57 AM UTC

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Germany will likely extend lockdown measures until at least mid-February and may impose a nighttime curfew in coronavirus hot spots.

Chancellor Angela Merkel and state premiers are due to decide on the latest strategy to stem the spread of the disease during a video call on Tuesday. The talks, originally planned for Jan. 25, were brought forward after the German leader warned of the risks posed by variants that can spread more quickly.