Malaysia enforces Public Health Tobacco and Smoking Control Act

Oct.07.2024

8500 venues warned for violating Malaysia's Tobacco Control Act as officials crack down on smoking in public places.

According to a report from The Sun on October 6th, Malaysia has seen 8,500 establishments warned for violating the Public Health Tobacco and Smoking Products Control Act 2024 (Act 852) since it officially came into effect on October 1st. Health Minister Datuk Seri Zulkifli indicated that in the past five days, the ministry has deployed 4,481 enforcement officers for 283 special operations.

In these actions, law enforcement officers did not directly issue fines, but instead gave warnings in writing and through explanations. However, the Ministry of Health took strong action against smoking in smoke-free areas, and a total of 12 smokers were fined," said Zulkifli.

The Ministry of Health has stated that in order to reduce smoking and tobacco product use, especially the harm of e-cigarettes to young people, the 852 regulations will be implemented in phases. The first phase will take action on smoking products that resemble toys in appearance.

References:

[1] 8,500 premis diberi amaran susulan pelaksanaan Akta 852 - Dzulkefly

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