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Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, May 14) – The Pasay city government lifted the ban on the sale and consumption of liquor and other alcoholic beverages, provided residents follow certain criteria.
The local government, through Ordinance No. 6107 published Thursday, said stakeholders have suggested the need to relax the liquor ban for “economic reasons,” particularly to help retailers and other small businesses increase sales. sales in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis.
The document, signed by the city’s mayor, Emi Calixto-Rubiano, added that the move was made not to “deprive voters of the option to buy and consume alcoholic beverages to help them deal with their anxieties.”
He added that strict observance of physical distancing protocols must be maintained and stressed that the consumption of alcohol in public places will continue to be prohibited.
“The consumption of any type of alcoholic beverages is allowed as long as it is done inside the house and the physical distance is strictly observed. In no case will drinking be allowed beyond the house facilities, including the backyards, and in any public place. “said the ordinance.
Major liquor companies have previously called on the government to lift the total ban on alcoholic beverages, citing the negative impact of the declining industry market. Liquor manufacturers have suggested a partial ban, adding a time period for sale that can be implemented to help regulate alcohol consumption.
However, Malacañang said it is up to local government units to implement or lift their own liquor bans, as the COVID-19 Inter-Agency Task Force has not specifically decided on the issue.
“Wala pong discussion sa IATF pagdating sa liquor ban. Ang diniscuss lang po, ay pwede na magazine-operate under modified ECQ ‘yung mga spirit tsaka tobacco companies dahil kinakailangan naman natin ng pondo“Presidential spokesman Harry Roque said at his virtual press conference.” It is the local governments that impose the liquor ban. “
[Translation: There’s no discussion in the IATF with regards to the liquor ban. What we discussed is some liquor and tobacco companies can operate under modified ECQ because we need funds.]
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