Raid On Dubious Ramadhan Stalls

Bandar Seri Begawan - Officers from a religious law enforcement agency yesterday afternoon conducted a surprise visit to Ramadhan food stalls near the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium to look for any dubious food sold like chicken and meat, RTB reported.

Officers from the Halal Permit Importation Board reminded the stall operators not to just ensure that their food is clean and safe for consumption but also halal.

The inspection was held to prevent irresponsible vendors from selling dubious meat and chicken, which could have been obtained from unrecognised outlets, which were not approved by the Halal Permit Importation Board.

During the inspection, many of the stall operators were able to produce their receipts of purchase of chicken and meat, RTB said.

The measure was taken not to create any inconvenience but to ensure that the delicacies are genuinely halal and safe for consumption.

The authorities warned that any attempt to sell dubious meat and chicken is an offence, which could be punished with a maximum fine of $2,000. Stall operators were advised to bring along their receipts of purchase of meat and chicken during their business hours. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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