Better late than never
COMPULSORY USE OF FACE MASKS SIBU: The compulsory use of face masks in public places from August 1 should be given full support by all Malaysians for their common good. Chairman of Sibu Benevolent Society Robert Chew said the wearing of face masks should have been made compulsory right from the beginning of the Covid-19 […]
Some people too poor to buy face masks
COMPULSORY USE OF FACE MASKS KUCHING: The government has been urged to consider the B40 group when mandating the compulsory use of face masks starting Aug 1. Sarawak Community Policing Association (SCPA) chairman Datuk John Lau Pang Heng said that even though the association supports the motion, the government should consider them (B40) as they […]
WHO worries over Europe virus cases as nations tighten curbs
COPENHAGEN, Denmark: The World Health Organisation Friday expressed concern over a coronavirus resurgence in Europe as Britain and Austria tightened restrictions and China stepped up testing. Europe accounts for a fifth of the world’s more than 15 million cases and remains the hardest hit in terms of deaths, with 207,118 out of 633,711 worldwide, according […]
Not a problem for S’wakians
PADAWAN: Wearing face masks in public places would not be a problem because Sarawakians are disciplined and they know the importance of wearing it during this Covid-19 pandemic. Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) chairman Lo Khere Chiang was commenting on the compulsory use of face masks in crowded public areas and public transport starting August 1 […]
Ensure ample supply of face masks: Rep
MIRI: Assistant Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Datuk Sebastian Ting has lauded the federal government’s move for mandatory use of face masks in public areas from August 1. He however urged the authorities to ensure sufficient supply of the face masks. “Recently, the federal government has made it mandatory for people to wear face […]
Wise to make it compulsory
USE OF FACE MASKS IN PUBLIC KUCHING: While we have only one month left before the recovery movement control order (RMCO) period ends in August, the emergence of four new clusters in Sarawak recently has raised the concern of Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin. Worried about the Covid-19 positive cases that have been back […]
Compulsory to use face masks in crowded public spaces
KUALA LUMPUR: The use of face masks in crowded public spaces and on public transportation will be made compulsory beginning August 1. Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said those who flout this directive can be slapped with a RM1,000 compound notice under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988. […]
Remember, wear your mask!
KUCHING: Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs) Sarawak urged the general public not to be negligent and forgetful in adhering to the usage of face masks and to comply with the standard operating procedures (SOPs) to curb the spread of Covid-19. Its chairman Ahmad Malie said that the current […]
Wear masks in crowded places: Uggah
KUCHING: Although the wearing face masks has not been made compulsory, Sarawakians have been advised to always use them whenever they are in crowded areas. State Disaster Management Committee (SDMC) Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas it was necessary to wear face masks especially in public areas such as shopping malls, markets, eateries and grocery shops. […]
Mandatory face mask in public places?
KUCHING: It would be a welcome move if the government makes it mandatory to wear face masks in public places, said Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos. He said if this new rule was enforced, local authorities would be able to catch and fine individuals going against it. Earlier, Prime Minister Tan […]
