Government bans container sales to combat fuel hoarding

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Department issues regulations against retailers filling jerry cans with petrol and diesel

The government’s ban on the sale and dispensing of petrol and diesel in containers to thwart arson and fuel hoarding has caused concern in the agricultural industry.

Regulations to prohibit the retail sale of petroleum products to the public in portable containers were issued on Thursday by the department of mineral resources & energy “in the interests of public safety associated with the ongoing unrest”...A subscription helps you enjoy the best of our business content every day along with benefits such as articles from our international business news partners; ProfileData financial data; and digital access to the Sunday Times and Sunday Times Daily.

 

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Could Government enlighten business on how to refill large generators to keep business running? Must we now pay extra to have deliveries done? Great business plan. 🤦🏻‍♂️

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