Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Monaco’s population tops 38,000 as British residents cement fourth place in nationality rankings
Monaco’s population has reached 38,857, with British residents ranking fourth by nationality at 7.9% of the total — and accounting for nearly one in five new adult arrivals since 2023, according to IMSEE’s 2025 census data.
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New rapid tests arrive
The Principality has just received 10,000 Covid-19 antigen tests, expanding Monaco’s testing capabilities significantly.
Hospital boosts number of Covid beds for second wave
The Princess Grace Hospital has increased its capacity to care for Covid-19 patients as case numbers continue to rise rapidly in the Principality.
Full free housing not expected until 2023
A shortage of State-funded housing for Monegasques will continue for the next two years, according to the State Housing Allocation Commission, as full delivery is revised for 2023.
Free flu vaccines now available to all residents
The second phase of the government’s mass flu vaccination campaign is now underway with the aim of protecting all citizens against the seasonal flu virus.
New restrictions explained
Restaurants will close at 9.30pm despite an 8pm curfew announced on Thursday under a new round of restrictions that will evolve if the health situation worsens.
No more late nights out
Bars and restaurants in Monaco have been ordered to close by 11.30pm under a new range of restrictions announced by Minister of State Pierre Dartout on Friday evening.
