No extension to advisory period for returning trays; enforcement to start Sep 1: NEA

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SINGAPORE: From Sep 1, diners who do not return their trays and crockery after their meals will be issued warnings and fines, said the National ...

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Speaking to reporters during a visit to North Bridge Road Market & Food Centre, Senior Minister of State of Sustainability and the Environment Dr Amy Khor said authorities will intensify outreach and publicity efforts to raise awareness.

“It’s only if - on advice - they do not comply, then we may issue them a warning on the first offence and then subsequently, there could be a fine or a court attendance,” she added.Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and the Environment Dr Amy Khor speaking to cleaners at North Bridge Road Market & Food Centre during her visit on Jun 22. (Photo: Jeraldine Yap)When CNA visited 85 Fengshan Market & Food Centre at around noon, most diners cleared their trays after eating.

“Previously, I would be very busy trying to clear the tables and there would be a lot of crockery all over the place,” she said in Mandarin.READ: Leaving behind trays, food debris at hawker centres could expose others to diseases: Health experts

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Never mind the bullying. Remember to vote the vicious PAP MP Amy Koh out.

About time not to go food court. NEA over do it this time.

Fine the best!!

Wah!! Eat until like this ...

I don't understand why some people have issue with returning trays? It is a good habit in keeping the eating area clean for everyone. This is a common practice in many countries (e.g. Japan, Korea). Singaporeans who have travelled to those countries would already be familiar.

people just boycott food court or take away. easy, no need tray. in the end the loser is food court itself.

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