At a press conference here today, he said the same goes for fast food delivery riders.

He said the transport ministry would issue official instructions to e-hailing companies on the matter, while the domestic trade and consumer affairs ministry would give instructions to fast food chains.

Yesterday, Ismail announced a blanket ban on Ramadan bazaars in any form, including “drive-thru” and delivery-based service.

He said the ban does not apply on e-hailing services and fast food deliveries, saying they can continue operation.

Ismail said those doing food deliveries in small towns and rural areas must also be screened.

He said the companies and NGOs handling food must be registered with the local authorities.

“For NGOs distributing food directly, I hope they register with the Welfare department.

“This is not to discourage anybody from helping, but it’s for their safety.

“We do not know their health status, whether there is a positive case among the distributors and recipients,” he added.

Meanwhile, Ismail said licence fees and deposits paid for Ramadan bazaar stalls in Kuala Lumpur would be refunded.

Ismail meanwhile defended the legality of police action in arresting those who violate the movement control order (MCO), following criticism from some lawyers.

He said the police were enforcing MCO under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988.

He said under the law, the health ministry may appoint officers or agencies including the police for enforcement purposes.

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