Saudi Gazette report
RIYADH — The Commerce Ministry has announced its approval for the allocation of the 29th of July as the day for providing people with disabilities discounts and offers. This the ministry said would be an annual feature.
The ministry’s allocation came after approving the suggestion from the Authority of People with Disability (APD) regarding allocating the day, July 29, for the disabled.
The proposal, which was approved by the ministry, stipulated that July 29 of each year be allocated to provide sales, discounts, and offers for people with disabilities, without the merchant losing the balance of the annual discount.
The Ministry has sent a letter to the Federation of Saudi Chambers (FSC), noting that the decision aims at increasing the level and quality of the services provided for those with disabilities.