Ukraine govt's three-month deadline to build cafe bomb shelters unrealistic – Restaurant Association
The National Restaurant Association of Ukraine (NRAU) believes the timeframe set by the government for equipping shelters to allow businesses to operate during a "yellow" air raid alert is insufficient for the restaurant industry.
The Ukrainian National Restaurant Association claims the government's three-month deadline for equipping shelters to operate during a yellow air raid alert is unrealistic. NRAU President Taras Kovalchuk said businesses often don't own the premises and cannot make changes or carry out construction. He argued local communities and administrations should plan the shelter network and organize access.
Zavertailo, co-founder of Honey cafes, pointed out that basements in historic buildings are unsuitable for compliant shelters. She suggested compromises like easing shelter requirements or mobile shelters. Funding for these measures remains unclear, with Kovalchuk and Zavertailo proposing tax credits, grants, and co-financing.
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