Vegetable market raided

Published: Apr 26, 2010 00:08

JEDDAH: Municipality inspectors raided the city's main vegetable and fruit market, arresting 420 illegal residents.

"There were legal actions taken against those violators, and we stressed that in order for food to be sold or displayed in public the necessary licenses have to be obtained," said Nasser Al-Jarallah, a municipal official.

The raid also led to the confiscation of more than 683 food items.

"A majority of people cannot afford to buy food items from the supermarket or local grocery shops," said Abu Abdullah, a local father of three.

"These guys sell vegetables and fruits at much lower prices. You can always bargain with the seller and sometimes you get occasional freebie. It's unfortunate to see all these goods confiscated."

Some have suggested that the municipality should allocate a specific, hygienic place for those traders who sell products on the streets. They should also be encouraged to follow health issues.

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