The Egyptian Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade has announced a crackdown on bread price and weight manipulation. Minister Dr. Sherif Farouk stated that the ministry will continue to intensify its campaigns on markets and bakeries to ensure compliance with regulations on bread prices and weights. The goal is to protect citizens from exploitation and ensure they receive bread at the set prices and weights.
Dr. Farouk emphasized that bakeries, including free and French bakeries, must adhere to the set prices and weights for bread. He warned that any attempts to violate these regulations will be met with decisive action, and perpetrators will face legal consequences. The ministry is committed to preventing price gouging and weight reduction, and inspectors will continue to monitor markets and bakeries.
The minister stressed that any attempts to manipulate bread prices or weights will be confronted with determination. He assured that inspectors will continue to perform their duties to ensure market discipline and protect consumer rights. The ministry has directed all directorates and regulatory bodies to increase their presence in markets and bakeries to verify price transparency and compliance with regulations.
A recent campaign in the city of Esna, Luxor Governorate, resulted in 36 violations, including selling bread at inflated prices, producing underweight bread, and failing to display prices. Other infractions included producing bread that did not meet specifications, failing to maintain cleanliness, and operating unlicensed businesses. The ministry vowed to continue its campaigns to maintain market discipline.
The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade emphasized that its campaigns are ongoing and not limited to specific periods. The ministry reviews the results of these campaigns regularly and addresses any complaints or reports of irregularities promptly. Protecting citizens' rights and ensuring market discipline are top priorities for the regulatory authorities.
The recent campaign in Esna is part of a broader effort to regulate markets and bakeries nationwide. The ministry aims to ensure that bakeries comply with laws and regulations, and it will take legal action against any violations. This effort seeks to safeguard citizens' interests and maintain the stability of the market.
The Egyptian government has urged citizens to report any instances of bread price or weight manipulation. The ministry is committed to addressing these issues and ensuring that citizens receive fair treatment in the market. By intensifying its campaigns, the government aims to promote transparency and accountability in the bread market.
Key points
- The Egyptian government has launched a crackdown on bread price and weight manipulation.
- The ministry has intensified campaigns on markets and bakeries to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Perpetrators of bread price and weight manipulation will face legal consequences.
