S$200 fine for those caught smoking at public parks, beaches from Oct 1
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- 30 Sep 2022
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Anyone caught smoking at public parks and gardens, recreational beaches and water projects managed by national water agency PUB may face a composition fine of S$200 from Oct 1.
The enforcement action comes after a three-month advisory period from July 1, during which more than 1,200 warnings were issued.
The National Environment Agency (NEA), the National Parks Board (NParks), PUB and Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) issued a joint news release on Thursday (Sept 29) to say that their officers have been authorised to take enforcement action for smoking offences.
The new locations where smoking is not allowed were added to Singapore’s list of no-smoking spots on July 1.
To give smokers more time to adjust to these rules, only verbal warnings were given during the advisory period.
Smokers were "receptive when advised not to smoke in these prohibited places", the agencies added.
Anyone caught lighting up in a prohibited place is liable to a composition sum of S$200, or a fine of up to S$1,000, if convicted in court. Read More…
