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In the circular of the Ministry of the Interior on the curfew that will apply on weekends, markets, grocery stores, greengrocers, butchers and nuts may operate between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., while during this period there will be no will sell alcohol.
Speaking to journalist Nagehan Alçı, known for his closeness to the government, Interior Minister Süleyman Soylu stated that they are trying to protect the rights of monopoly merchants by linking the alcohol ban to unfair competition.
The relevant part of Alçı’s article in Habertürk is the following:
When I saw that the discussions were growing on social media and the secular segment was showing a great reaction, I called the Minister of the Interior, Süleyman Soylu.
“Minister, why do you need to keep the beverage sections closed while the markets are open? Doesn’t this start a new discussion and unnecessary polarization? Why did you make that decision?” I asked.
“Nagehan Hanım, the decision we make as a state is in harmony with the world. Those who want to debate and spoil everything should look at the examples in Europe. There is no different practice than Europe. We keep saying social distance. Drinking has an effect which reduces social distance. We are correct “ said.
“But there is no mention of drinking the drink in the restaurant bar, Mr. Soylu. You are suitable for the restaurant and the bar, but they are already closed. People buy drinks at home. Drinks on the table for dinner. social at home? ” Said.
“In the field of coronavirus measures, all Western countries are imposing restrictions on the sale of alcohol. In addition, the World Health Organization has a warning and advice on the negative impact of alcohol in the fight against the epidemic. Our decision is in line with the scientific perspective. They must object all they want, they have no news from the world, “he said. .
The Interior Minister also recalled the unfair competition caused by closed monopoly kiosks to make such a decision.
I said: “Unfair competition took place in many sectors during this epidemic process. Seeing this logic, many lines of business fell at a disadvantage. Isn’t this unfair competition?” when you say…
“Okay Ms. Nagehan? The store is open, the bakery is open, the restaurants are open, there is no unfair competition with them, but the liquor sellers are closed. It is unfair competition for grocery stores to sell drinks. while they are closed. “ answered.
