DOHA: The Ministry of Economy and Trade carried out a surprise inspection campaign, which covered 120 shops and restaurants in Doha.
The campaign resulted in the seizure of 6 irregularities in goods data, which is contrary to the provisions of a Consumer Protection Law article, the penalties for which range from administrative closure and financial fines that vary between QR3,000 and QR 1million.
The inspection campaign is carried out by the Ministry of Economy and Trade to monitor the compliance of suppliers with their obligations under certain articles of the law on the protection consumer, as well as the regulation and control of state markets and business activities aimed at controlling prices and detecting abuses to protect the rights of consumers, to implement the circular on the Arabization of invoices, service lists and goods data.
The ministry affirmed that it will firmly confront all those who are negligent in carrying out their obligations under the Consumer Protection Law and its executive regulations.
They will intensify their inspection campaigns to control such practices. Those who violate laws and ministerial decisions will be referred to the competent authorities for appropriate action against them.
Finally, The Ministry of Economy and Commerce urged all consumers to report any violation or irregularities through the ministry’s communication channels.
