Social work punishments being considered for smoking ban offenders


  • Nation
  • Tuesday, 27 Aug 2019

PUTRAJAYA (Bernama): Social work punishments such as cleaning toilets, collecting rubbish and cutting grass are being considered for those who violate the smoking ban once it comes into force, says Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

"The punishment will make people think twice, especially those who can afford the fine. So I am looking at social work punishments closely and judiciously, ” he said when asked on the effectiveness of social work punishments.

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