Fuming over penalty

In big trouble: A council enforcement officer issuing parking summons to a traffic offender in George Town, Penang.

MOTORISTS are angered over the new compound rate implemented by the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) for illegal parking as there are insufficient parking spaces especially in the George Town enclave.

The situation has become more complex with business operators and houseowners placing objects in front of their premises to deter others from parking.