The state attorney says the concern expressed by the Gauteng Liquor Forum about the effects of the ban on its members has been noted
Liquor outlets in Cape Town had their hands full as people queued to buy alcohol before the lockdown. Picture: ESA ALEXANDER/SUNDAY TIMES
“We anticipate that the results of these discussions may well have a bearing on the issues raised by your client. Therefore, in order to be in a position to respond to your letter fully, we ask that you afford us until close of business on Friday, April 17, to respond to your letter,” the state attorney said.
“Our clients would have readily accepted the limitation on their trading hours as was the case when the first Covid-19 regulations were published on March 18. However, a total ban on the selling of alcohol unduly and unlawfully infringes on their section 22 constitutional rights,” the letter said, referring to the right to freedom of trade, occupation and profession.
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