Sanctions imposed since January 7 after Christmas have had a negative effect on Barcelona's commercial sector. Business closures have also affected businesses. Due to the spread of Coronauba, the Catalan government has announced strict sanctions until February 7. In an interview with a Spanish newspaper, Gabriel, president of Barcelona Oberta, said that the sanctions imposed because of the epidemic had caused great damage to the business sector. Citizens have been forced to close their businesses in many areas of Barcelona, including La Rambla, Passio di Gracia and Rambla Catalonia. Due to the epidemic, many big brands have closed their shops and turned to online business websites in the days of sale. Many brands only announced online delivery. So far the situation does not seem to be under control. According to experts, the current sanctions could last until the end of February. Spain and other European countries have closed several businesses, including restaurants. The goal is to prevent the third wave of Corona epidemic and the new strain of the virus.
