The National Inspectorate for Economic Activities (INAE) has authorised the reopening of four of the 12 commercial establishments that had been closed in the last six months due to non-compliance with legal rules relating to health and food safety. The establishments resumed their activities after complying with the requirements imposed by the regulator, according to the newspaper Noticias.
According to INAE, the other eight establishments will remain closed until they regularise the infringements detected during inspections.
The institution emphasises that the reopening of the four establishments took place after an inspection process which confirmed that the necessary corrective measures had been implemented to guarantee compliance with the required standards of hygiene, safety and quality of products and services.
INAE emphasises that reopening will only be possible for the remaining establishments after additional inspections have been carried out to guarantee full compliance with health and economic standards.
In addition, the organisation warns that it will continue to monitor compliance with the established rules and that repeat offenders could face more severe penalties, including permanent closure and heavy fines.
The authorities are calling on commercial operators to respect the operating rules, guaranteeing consumer safety and avoiding economic damage caused by forced closures.
INAE reiterates its commitment to rigorous monitoring of economic activities throughout the country, with the aim of protecting public health and ensuring a sustainable and responsible business environment.
