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Georgia's economy ministry develops a bill which will tighten the requirements for safety on the gas stations of the country.

The bill requires the introduction of a fine from 200 to 1500 GEL ($1 = 1.76 GEL) for non-compliance of gas filling stations with the safety norms.

In addition, a penalty of 1,000 GEL is required for gas filling stations which work without a license, and a fine of 750 GEL for refusing to conduct a legal check, according to the bill.

"The number of gas stations for cars in Georgia has increased dramatically in recent years, but there is no control over them," the Deputy Economy Minister Natia Mikeladze told local media. "This leads to greater risks, as the gas is dangerous itself. Accordingly, the government intends to carry out technical supervision over their condition, and in particular this applies to the security requirements."

Owners of gas filling stations in Georgia welcome the new initiative of the government.