In the Vitebsk region, control over the work of mobile shops is strengthened
Vitebsk region has strengthened control over the operation of mobile shops, a BELTA correspondent was informed at the Vitebsk Regional Union of Consumer Societies.
Taking into account the severe cold snap, the enterprises of the regional union of consumer societies have intensified control over the dispatch of mobile shops to the routes to ensure uninterrupted supply of necessary products to the rural population. Responsible specialists have been appointed, and on weekends, duty officers monitor the situation.
Information on the main routes of all 146 mobile shops has been provided to the district executive committees to ensure road cleaning. In case of unforeseen situations, drivers and salespersons have mobile phones with them. For the same purpose, communication is maintained with local elders in each settlement to warn people in advance in case of delays. "So far, no complaints from the public related to the operation of mobile shops have been received," specialists noted.
On the eve of the Christmas and New Year holidays, the enterprises of the regional union of consumer societies will hold a series of festive events. Thus, starting from December 20, the operating hours will be extended in 500 retail outlets of the Vitebsk Regional Union of Consumer Societies. On December 22, the "Night of Christmas Discounts" event will take place, during which retail outlets will operate until 23:00 and sell all goods with a twofold reduction in trade markups (on average, it is 30%). It is also planned to hold 150 fairs, 40 Christmas tree markets, and over 500 exhibitions and sales. "Thus, villagers will have a sufficient choice of both products and opportunities to purchase them. Residents of remote villages can always place an order in a mobile shop if necessary. However, they have not asked for anything unusual or impossible so far - they have not ordered snakes and reptiles," the regional union of consumer societies noted, adding that last year the peak of orders and sales occurred in the last pre-New Year days. At the same time, confectionery products, baked goods, and ready-made culinary products were in high demand.