Sağlam posted a statement on his Twitter account regarding Turkey’s full lockdown that was announced by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Monday in a bid to curb a surge in coronavirus infections and deaths.

“As negative impacts of coronavirus pandemic continue, the necessary steps should be taken for artisan, workers and employers who have financial hardship due to restrictions and maximum financial support should be provided to them,” Sağlam said.