No plans to fine those displaying Singapore flag after Sep 30: Edwin Tong

SINGAPORE: Minister for Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law Edwin Tong on Wednesday said there was no intention of penalising people who display the Singapore flag after Sep 30.

According to several reports, residents risked being fined up to S$1,000 under the Singapore Arms and Flag and National Anthem Act if they displayed the Singapore flag after Sep 30. "There’s no reason to 'punish' those who treat it with respect and dignity, and are proud to showcase the Singapore spirit. Patriotism is not just a right, it’s simply right," he said.The SAFNA Act, which governs the use of the national flag, has been in place since 1959, said Mr Tong.

READ: Singapore flag may be displayed now until September as 'demonstration of unity, solidarity' during COVID-19 outbreak: MCCY

Why everything fine!! Grassroots leaders , volunteers just go remind ppl to take it down.

👍👍👍

This article epitomises what a pathetic autocracy Singapore really is 😂🤣😂

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Thank You Sir!

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