IPOH: No one – not even a Tan Sri or Datuk Seri – will be spared community service if found guilty of littering, says Nga Kor Ming (pic).
The Housing and Local Government Minister stressed that everyone is equal before the law, and offenders will be required to carry out street- sweeping duties.
“It does not matter if you are a Tan Sri, Datuk Seri or any individual.
“If you do not want to sweep the streets for 12 hours, then do not litter. Rubbish belongs in the bin,” he told a press conference after presenting appointment letters to 160 Chinese New Village chiefs here yesterday.
“Just last week, a China national carried out community service. I want to stress again that everyone is equal before the law.”
Nga was responding to a question about an ongoing investigation by the Shah Alam City Council into a viral video purportedly showing a staff member tossing a cigarette butt from a council vehicle, an incident that drew heavy criticism online.
Effective Jan 1, those caught littering in public places face a community service order of between four and 12 hours, to be completed within six months, as well as a fine of up to RM2,000 under amendments to Act 672.
Nga said all public servants must lead by example, adding that those who commit such offences must take responsibility.
“The hands that dirty must also clean. That is our slogan. If it is proven that the worker is involved in littering, action will be taken.
“If the individual is a local council staff member, not only will a community service order be imposed, but disciplinary action will also be taken,” he said.
