‘Poor waste service providers risk penalties’

No room for filth: Nga (centre)conducting a surprise inspection at Jalan Gallagher, Kuala Lumpur, following royal concern over clogged drains and uncollected garbage in the area.

PETALING JAYA: Concession companies that fail to deliver satisfactory solid waste management services risk facing penalties or even termination, warns Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.

Nga said the Housing and Local Government Ministry will not hesitate to take action against concessionaires if their services, particularly garbage collection, are found to be subpar or not in accordance with scheduled duties.