The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ plan to review the restrictions on employing minors is seen as a positive step by restaurant owners, who say that those under 18 can be highly capable workers, but current regulations place overly strict limits on hiring them.
There are numerous restrictions on employing minors, including a ban on any contact with alcohol.According to the Alcohol Act, minors are prohibited from working in positions involving the handling of alcohol, except in cases where the alcohol is in unopened packaging and is being stored or transported for commercial purposes.
However, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (MKM) has now been tasked by the government with easing the rules around employing minors.One of the proposals under consideration is allowing minors to handle alcohol starting at the age of 13, which would enable them to work in cafes.
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