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More than 72 people were caught smoking in public places

Chapter 14 of the Decree of snuff from 2005 to the 72 people from smoking in public places. In the operation carried out by the Unit for Implementation of the Control Section of the Ministry of Health Snuff Two Gadong shopping centers, 62 those captured, including six women in the region, were sanctioned $ 150 per person. The remaining 10 persons no adults, so parents will be penalized. The law has its criminals.

The press has spoken to a number of people to obtain comments on the smoke-free event. A smoker 23 year old who wanted to be known as John was surprised by the number of people suffering from smoking in public places.

"Even though I myself am a smoker, I think the authorities are doing is good, because after you have heard of these fines, I think before lighting a cigarette in a public place, "said John.

He said that (the operation) was good for a Treaty Free Snuff the people, they do not need to breathe secondhand smoke and it should scare young children to smoke.

Women who do not smoke will graduate from Oxford Brookes University, said in an interview: "I agree that smoking should be illegal enclosed public places such as cafes. "

A 39 year old accountant originally from Kilani, who used to be a consumer of snuff, he said, "It a surprise to see young children are caught smoking today, "adding that he thinks that parents and schools should play their role in education students about the dangers of smoking.

Meanwhile, during an operation of a retail business has been accused made a $ 300 fine for smokers not to display images in a store.

In a Press statement, Department of Health reminded the public again that if someone is caught smoking in public places like sidewalks Shophouse, malls, markets, food stands, bus stations, bus stops bus, restaurants and government buildings will be punished by $ 150 for a first offense, $ 300 for the second offense. On offense, the offender shall be in court and a fine up to $ 1,000 if convicted.

In addition, the displaying of the stop No Smoking signs in stores selling snuff is a crime under Chapter 11 of the Order of Snuff 2005. Any owner of a restaurant who does not will be fined $ 10 000 if convicted.

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