Hotel operators now want the new Alcoholic Drinks Control Act amended to scrap the rule that puts a time limit on sale of alcohol.
The Pubs, Entertainment and Restaurants Association of Kenya (Perak), said the hospitality industry would suffer massive losses due to the time limit.
According to the new law, bars can only sell alcohol between 5pm and 11pm on weekdays and between 2pm and 11pm on weekends and public holidays.
“Employers who operate on three work shifts will be forced to do away with one for economical reasons. This will result to loss of jobs for thousands of Kenyans,” said Perak chief executive Sam Ikwaye.
The regulations governing the law were published last week and immediately came into force, dealing a heavy blow on alcohol sellers.
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