GS25 Decides Not to Operate In-Store Sampling Counters and Outdoor Parasols from 9 PM to 5 AM

[Asia Economy Reporter Seungjin Lee] GS25 has decided to temporarily suspend the use of in-store tasting areas and outdoor parasols from 9 PM to 5 AM at stores in the Seoul metropolitan area from the 31st to the 6th.

This is the first initiative by GS25 in the convenience store industry in response to the strengthened social distancing measures in the metropolitan area by health authorities. Although the use of parasols and in-store tasting are not legally regulated, GS25 has proactively decided to implement these measures to ensure social safety and protect store owners and customers.

Following the implementation of the 'Social Distancing Level 2.5' in the metropolitan area, GS25 issued an urgent notice on the 29th informing stores in the metropolitan area that from 9 PM to 5 AM, cooked and sold products such as chicken and fish cakes are only available for takeout and delivery, and in-store consumption is prohibited. Customers were informed through promotional materials displayed in front of the stores.

Additionally, as cafes and restaurants are closed during these hours, the use of convenience store parasols has increased. To actively participate in preventing the spread of COVID-19, GS25 decided to strongly encourage customers to replace in-store tasting and parasol use with takeout purchases.

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