Alcohol sales to be restricted during New Year holidays in Ufa

During the New Year holidays, alcohol sales will be temporarily restricted in Ufa and across the republic. The restrictions apply only to in-store retail sales. Alcoholic beverages will continue to be available in cafés, bars, and restaurants without changes.

Alcohol cannot be purchased in stores during the following hours:
– January 3: from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
– January 4, 5, and 6: from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

The ban has been introduced at the legislative level. Violations of the law are punishable by fines.