Supreme Election Board releases list of forbidden things on elections day

The Supreme Election Board released a list of forbidden things to be applied on the day of the Presidential and parliamentary elections,14 May.

The Supreme Election Board (YSK) published in the Official Gazette the things forbidden on the day of the Presidential and parliamentary elections, 14 May. According to the decision, media organs will not be able to make news, predictions and comments on the election results until 6pm Turkish time.

All broadcasts will be released from 9pm. However, if the YSK deems it necessary, broadcasts can be released before that time.

On the day of voting, it would be prohibited to carry a gun, except for "staff responsible for maintaining security and order".

In addition, alcoholic beverages will not be sold on election day. Likewise, giving and drinking alcoholic beverages in public places will be prohibited.

Entertainment venues will remain closed during the voting period. Only meals can be served in restaurants that are also used as entertainment venues.

All public entertainment venues such as coffee shops and internet cafes will be closed on election day.

On 14 May, weddings can be held after 6pm, provided that the election bans and rules are followed.