Police Remind Belize Businesses of Strict Liquor Sale Regulations for Easter Holiday

The Belize Police Department is reminding business owners to adhere to the regulations surrounding the sale of liquor over the Easter holiday. In a memo to regional commanders, the Commissioner of Police Chester Williams outlines that no liquor is to be sold, exposed for sale, consumed, or delivered on licensed premises at any time during the mandated closure period, including Good Friday, from 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. The department notes that only restaurants license holders will be allowed to serve liquor, only if it is sold with a full meal and consumed while eating. In addition, the ComPol reminds officers to carry out inspections on all liquor-licensed premises within their area of responsibility. The officers are to inspect and ensure that all provisions of the act are adhered to. Additionally, the police emphasize that only the license holder or their employees may be present at licensed establishments when they are officially closed. The police also urge full cooperation to ensure that the Easter weekend remains safe and peaceful.