The authorities of the Krasnodar Territory demanded the closure of gambling establishments in Krasnaya Polyana due to the outbreak of coronavirus infection Covid-19. The corresponding order was signed by Acting Head of the Department of Property Relations Mikhail Sinitsyn.

According to the published document, gambling establishments that can accommodate more than 100 people at the same time are banned. The authorities introduced a special regime until May 1, 2020. Whether any compensation will be paid to institutions is not specified.

IRZ "Krasnaya Polyana" appeared in 2016 by order of the federal authorities. To date, there are three gambling establishments in the region: the Bonus Slots slot machine hall, as well as two casinos - "Boomerang" and "Casino Sochi".

Earlier, Vice-President of the Association of Gambling Business Vladimir Ilyushinassertedthat gambling establishments will not interrupt work due to for Covid-19 outbreaks. He stated that casinos are legal entities that obey the laws and stressed that so far they have not received any special orders.