Can restaurants with liquor licences reopen under CMCO?

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Restaurants with valid liquor licences can reopen during the CMCO

Restaurants holding valid licences to serve liquor are permitted to operate under the conditional movement control order (CMCO). This clarification indicates that no general prohibition on alcohol sales has been enacted for these establishments. However, premises primarily licensed for entertainment, such as pubs, bars, and nightclubs, are required to remain closed during this period.
Licensing Requirements for Operation

To resume business operations, establishments must possess the requisite approvals. This includes holding a valid licence to serve food issued by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) and a separate licence to sell liquor obtained from the Customs Department. Compliance with these specific licensing conditions is essential for legal operation.
Adherence to CMCO Regulations

While permitted to open, businesses that serve liquor must strictly follow all stipulated restrictions under the CMCO rules. These guidelines, set by the authorities, govern operational hours and safety protocols. For instance, DBKL has set operating hours for restaurants, food courts, and similar food service outlets from 7 am to 10 pm as part of the CMCO measures.
Distinction from Entertainment Outlets

A key distinction has been drawn between restaurants licensed for food and liquor service and establishments primarily holding an entertainment licence. Outlets such as pubs, bars, and nightclubs fall into the latter category and are therefore not allowed to operate during the CMCO. This categorisation aligns with broader restrictions placed on entertainment centres, which remain closed.

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