Dubai store doesn’t follow Covid norms during sale, fined

Dubai store doesn’t follow Covid norms during sale, fined

A fine was issued against a store in Dubai for failing to adhere to Covid-19 precautionary measures, authorities announced on Wednesday."Dubai Economy recently summoned the management of a department store that failed to comply with the precautionary measures against Covid-19, most notably physical distancing, during a discount sale. The sale had seen visitors thronging the store, ignoring the risk of physical contact," the Dubai Media Office said.Dubai Economy emphasised that all stores and outlets as well as their customers must strictly adhere to the precautionary measures, specifically during discount sales and similar promotional campaigns.Merchants and shop owners can refer to the commercial compliance manual available on the Consumerrights.ae website to know about the terms and conditions governing the launch of sales and promotions, reminded Dubai Economy.