NewsWhore
06-11-2008, 01:40 PM
The Ministry of the Interior and Police has announced that it will relax some restrictions on the sale of alcoholic beverages. The new measure will allow bars and other venues to stay open longer on one, specified, day a week. In order to obtain the permission required, the establishment must request a permit in writing, specifying which day of the week they wish to remain open for the extended period. According to El Nuevo Diario, Minister Franklin Almeyda made the announcement during a meeting with bar, nightclub and restaurant owners. Each establishment must ensure proper security, including strict supervision of weapons and a safe place to store them. Santo Domingo has some 600 nightspots and over 65,000 corner stores known as "colmadones" that feature loud music and sidewalk service.
The decision could herald the end of the ban on alcohol sales outside hotels nationwide. The ban is in effect after midnight on Monday to Thursday, and after 2am on weekends and holidays.
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The decision could herald the end of the ban on alcohol sales outside hotels nationwide. The ban is in effect after midnight on Monday to Thursday, and after 2am on weekends and holidays.
More... (http://www.dr1.com/index.html#2)