Kuala Lumpur: Businesses and eateries located in areas under the Conditional Movement Control Order (CMCO) are now allowed to extend their operating hours until midnight.
Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob
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At present, under the CMCO, retail outlets and eateries can only operate up to 10pm.
Ismail Sabri said the new operating hours will take effect tomorrow.
He said the government had received numerous grouses from the public, business operators as well as customers who have been greatly inconvenienced by the reduced hours.
“For example, most Muslims normally go out to get dinner, groceries and other necessities after Isyak prayers after 9pm. As such, during the CMCO period, when shops close by 10pm, it’s been troublesome for many.”
Ismail Sabri said the extension will apply to grocery shops, mini markets, convenience stores, restaurants and businesses that have been allowed to operate during the CMCO.
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