Source: CCTV.com | 01-08-2008 10:06
Hong Kong plans to increase the initial fine for smoking violations to 1500 HK dollars, or 190 US dollars, three times more than the previous minimum level.
A year ago, the Hong Kong SAR government expanded its smoking-ban in public places, including KTVs and restaurants.
The new proposal is intended to prevent more people from smoking in public places. It is likely to come before the city’s Legislative Council later this year. If passed, the new regulation will take effect in 10 months.
A year ago, the Hong Kong SAR government expanded its smoking-ban in public places, including KTVs and restaurants. By the end of last year, over 3000 smokers had been fined for violations.