Should the sale of alcohol be restricted in Kyrgyzstan? Survey
He noted that in developed countries there are strict rules prohibiting the sale of alcohol during nighttime — from 10:00 PM until morning. In such countries, you won't find alcoholic beverages in stores until 9:00-10:00 AM, and they are only available in restaurants at high prices. The Minister also believes it is necessary to reduce the number of points where alcohol and cigarettes can be purchased.
It is worth mentioning that in some stores in Kyrgyzstan, alcoholic and tobacco products have long been unavailable for sale.
24.kg decided to find out what readers think about the feasibility of restricting the sale times of such products.
Should restrictions on the sale of alcohol be introduced in Kyrgyzstan?
I fully support a sales ban
Restrictions need to be introduced
No, I am against it
Are there no other solutions besides bans?
I don't care
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