Grenadians have been warned about breaking COVID regulations
The Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF) has issued a statement warning citizens that it is aware of several individuals and groups engaging in illegal gatherings for social activities such as beach limes, wakes, and happy hours.
It says several reports of businesses allowing patrons to consume alcoholic beverages on their premises and other public spaces have also been received and observed.
The police notes all of the preceding are in direct violation of the Emergency Powers (COVID-19) Regulations.
It states Regulation 13, sub-regulation (1) says “No person shall host or attend any social activity of any description, including a wedding” and sub-regulation (3) “For the avoidance of doubt, there shall be no wakes or happy hour activities”.
Further, Regulation 9, sub-regulation (3) states, “there shall be no consumption of alcohol in or in the vicinity of any shop, grocery store or establishment or any public place”.
The Police Force reminds business owners, individuals who engage in illegal social activities, and citizens who consume alcohol in public places that these practices constitute an offence that carries penalties. They are further admonished to desist from such practices.
The RGPF adds should these violations continue, their response will be urgent and decisive to ensure compliance with the regulations.
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