Phrases used by parrots: "We take such ______ very seriously and will not hesitate to take action"

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ECDA added it takes a serious view against individuals or licensees that misuse government funding and will not hesitate to take action against those who breach the Early Childhood Development Centres Act and Regulations.

Former childcare centre director and two staff to be charged with filing false child care subsidy claims

Kok Yufeng

MAR 16, 2021

SINGAPORE - A former director of a chain of childcare centres and two of her employees will be charged on Wednesday (March 17) with allegedly cheating the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) of almost $5,000 in child care subsidies.

The police said in a statement on Tuesday (March 16) the former director, a 53-year-old Singaporean woman, and her two female employees, aged 42 and 53, had allegedly conspired to deceive ECDA into disbursing subsidies for eight children at Faith Educare.

The children had either not yet been enrolled in the childcare centres when the subsidies were claimed or did not attend Faith Educare centres at all, the police said.

The three women are accused of submitting 16 subsidy claims to ECDA, falsely confirming the attendance of the eight children between January and August 2016.
This allegedly resulted in wrongful payouts amounting to $4,800.

ECDA administers the child care subsidies scheme, which helps to defray preschool expenses for Singaporean children by paying subsidies to licensed childcare centres here.

The agency said in a statement the money that was paid out has been fully recovered.

ECDA had detected irregularities in Faith Educare's subsidy claims in August 2016 and referred the matter to the police. It added that Faith Educare is no longer in operation.

It said in the statement: "For the disbursement of preschool subsidies under ECDA, there are processes and checks in place to ensure the proper use and accountability of government monies. ECDA maintains close oversight of preschools' use of government subsidies which includes conducting regular audits."

ECDA added it takes a serious view against individuals or licensees that misuse government funding and will not hesitate to take action against those who breach the Early Childhood Development Centres Act and Regulations.

The police also said they take a serious view against persons involved in dishonest or fraudulent conduct pertaining to applications for government grants.
If convicted, the three women can be jailed for up to 10 years, fined or both.

 

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It added: "The police have zero tolerance towards such acts of violence against public servants who are carrying out their duties and will not hesitate to take action against those who blatantly disregard the law."

31-year-old driver who fled scene and dragged Traffic Police officer along road arrested

The driver's car was later found abandoned along Towner Road.
PHOTO: SHIN MIN DAILY NEWS READER

Lim Min Zhang

MAR 27, 2021

SINGAPORE - A driver who had been stopped for suspected traffic violations allegedly drove off dragging a Traffic Police (TP) officer for some distance, said the police on Saturday (March 27).

The man, 31, was arrested for committing a rash act causing grievous hurt, and traffic and drug-related offences, said the police in a statement.
He will be charged in court on Monday.

The police said the TP officer had stopped the driver for suspected traffic violations along the Central Expressway towards Ayer Rajah Expressway, before the Balestier Road exit at about 7.30am on Saturday.

During the checks, the driver allegedly drove off suddenly and dragged the officer along with the moving vehicle over a distance, said the police.

The officer suffered multiple injuries and was taken to hospital. His condition is stable.

The car was later found abandoned along Towner Road, and the man was arrested at 1.10pm.

Police investigations are ongoing.

Police advised road users to comply with traffic rules and regulations, and abide by the directions of its officers during enforcement checks.

It added: "The police have zero tolerance towards such acts of violence against public servants who are carrying out their duties and will not hesitate to take action against those who blatantly disregard the law."

Anyone convicted of a rash act causing grievous hurt under the Penal Code can be jailed for up to four years, fined up to $10,000, or both.

This was not the first time a police officer had been involved in such an incident.

Last year, a Maserati driver whose car dragged a police officer for more than 100m along Bedok Reservoir Road in 2017 was sentenced to four years and seven months' jail with a lifetime driving ban.

The policeman had been dragged when his uniform got caught in the driver-side door of the car. The driver had fled the scene after being stopped for driving without a seat belt.

 

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"The police have zero tolerance against acts that endanger the lives or safety of others and will not hesitate to take action against those who blatantly disregard the law," said the police.

Teen to be charged over throwing heavy punching ball down from Bukit Batok flat

Police officers arrived at the block in Bukit Batok Street 52 and learnt that the boy had allegedly thrown the ball down from his flat.PHOTOS: SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE, SCREENGRAB FROM GOOGLE MAPS

David Sun

MAY 5, 2021

SINGAPORE - A teenager who allegedly threw a punching ball with the base attached from a Housing Board flat will be charged on Thursday (May 6).
Such devices typically weigh between 3kg and 10kg, and are used when practising boxing and martial arts.
In a release on Wednesday, the police said it had received a call for assistance on Jan 17 at about 11.10pm.
Officers arrived at the block in Bukit Batok Street 52 and learnt that the 18-year-old had allegedly thrown the ball down from his flat.
Police did not say from what height.
The teen is expected to face a rash act charge.
"The police have zero tolerance against acts that endanger the lives or safety of others and will not hesitate to take action against those who blatantly disregard the law," said the police.
Those convicted of committing a rash act which endangers the life or personal safety of others may be jailed for up to six months, or fined up to $2,500, or both.

 

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"The police have zero tolerance against acts that endanger the lives or safety of others and will not hesitate to take action against those who blatantly disregard the law," said the police.

Would any police dept in any where in the world have tolerance of such acts?
Can't they say something more substantive and address this particular case?

 

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https://www.channelnewsasia.com/new...harged-illegal-vehicle-modifications-14755628

Workshop owner charged with performing illegal vehicle modifications

Established in 1978, Fong Kim is one of the oldest and most experienced automotive establishments

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over 30+ years illegal modification... now "take a serious view..."

LTA takes a serious view of illegal modifications as they may pose serious safety and environmental hazards,” it said.

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The police again. Using the same template again: "...the police have zero tolerance towards....and will not hesitate to take firm action...."

Quote: In a statement, the police said: "The police have zero tolerance towards secret society activities and will not hesitate to take firm action against those who are associated with gangs and blatantly disregard the law."

14 suspected gang members arrested after almost 200 people attend funeral in Boon Lay​

The group had allegedly circled block 191 Boon Lay Drive for an hour, chanting gang slogans.PHOTO: HWEE MAY TAN/FACEBOOK

Clement Yong

Jun 14, 2021

SINGAPORE - The police are investigating a raucous funeral procession in Boon Lay on Sunday (June 13) that was attended by nearly 200 people, some maskless.
This was in blatant disregard of Covid-19 regulations, which currently permit only 20 people at a funeral.
The group had allegedly circled Block 191 Boon Lay Drive for an hour, chanting gang slogans.
More than 10 people carried the white coffin of a 43-year-old man, according to Chinese-language evening daily Lianhe Wanbao.
Wanbao said the incident happened at about 5pm.
The dead man, whose obituary was on a notice board near the lift of the Housing Board block, was cremated at about 6pm.

He has four daughters and a son.
Residents told Wanbao that the crowd had started amassing as early as 1pm at the Block 191 playground, and that the proceedings lasted till about 7pm.
The police said they have arrested 14 men in the group for being suspected members of an unlawful society.
They are investigating the incident, including for potential breaches of Covid-19 safe distancing measures.
In a statement, the police said: "The police have zero tolerance towards secret society activities and will not hesitate to take firm action against those who are associated with gangs and blatantly disregard the law."

 

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The agency reminded food operators to observe good food and personal hygiene practices at all times, adding that it will not hesitate to take firm action against anyone who violates the Environmental Public Health Act.

SFA suspends supplier of Ho Kee Pau, recalls food delivered to NEX outlet over pest infestations​

Ho Kee Pau's steamed buns.
30 Jun 2021

SINGAPORE: The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has suspended the operations of HKP Food Technology, a supplier of Ho Kee Pau, after it found pest infestations at areas where food was prepared and assembled.
"Widespread" pest infestations, such as cockroaches and rodent droppings, were found during an inspection on Wednesday, said SFA.

The premises were also found to be "poorly maintained", said the agency.
"In the interest of public health, SFA has directed the licensee to rectify the lapses and take the necessary measures to improve the cleanliness of its premises," it said.
HKP Food Technology is located at Shimei East Kitchen industrial complex at Block 3015 Bedok North Street 5.
SFA added that various food products, such as dim sum, pau and pastries, were delivered to Ho Kee Pau's outlet at NEX on Wednesday.

"As a precautionary measure, SFA has also directed the company to recall the food products sent to this outlet," it said.
People who bought such products from the outlet at NEX on Wednesday were advised not to consume them.
Those who have eaten them and have concerns about their health should seek medical advice, said SFA.
The agency reminded food operators to observe good food and personal hygiene practices at all times, adding that it will not hesitate to take firm action against anyone who violates the Environmental Public Health Act.
It also encouraged members of the public who come across poor hygiene practices not to patronise such outlets, and to report them to SFA with details for follow-up investigations.

 

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Who else but the police again, using their trusty standard reply template.

"The police take a serious view of intellectual property rights infringements and would like to remind the public that the distribution and sale of counterfeit goods are serious offences. The police will not hesitate to take tough action against perpetrators who profit at the expense of legitimate businesses and consumers."

2 men arrested for allegedly selling counterfeit apparel, memory cards, earbuds online​

The police found more than 2,700 pieces of purported trademark-infringing goods comprising apparel, memory cards, wireless earbuds, audio headphones and speakers.
Isabelle Liew

Jul 2, 2021

SINGAPORE - Two men suspected of selling counterfeit goods online were arrested on Thursday (July 1).
The police found more than 2,700 pieces of purported trademark-infringing goods comprising apparel, memory cards, wireless earbuds, audio headphones and speakers.
The goods have an estimated street value of more than $50,000.
The men, aged 32 and 44, were arrested after Criminal Investigation Department officers conducted raids in Bishan Street 23 and Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10, said the police in a statement on Friday.
"The police take a serious view of intellectual property rights infringements and would like to remind the public that the distribution and sale of counterfeit goods are serious offences," they said.
"The police will not hesitate to take tough action against perpetrators who profit at the expense of legitimate businesses and consumers."

Under the Trade Marks Act, those convicted of selling or distributing goods with falsely applied trademarks may be fined up to $100,000, jailed for up to five years, or both.

 

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"Agencies will not hesitate to take firm enforcement action against operators and individuals who flout safe management measures," said MSE.

Licences for 3 F&B outlets - former nightlife operators - revoked, 11 others fined​

Hariz Baharudin

July 15, 2021

SINGAPORE - The licences for three food and beverage operators, which had previously been nightlife establishments, have been revoked for multiple breaches, said the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE).
In a statement on Thursday (July 15), the MSE said that the 3 Kings Pub in Lucky Plaza, DMAX in Beach Road and Peony Garden Food House in New Bridge Road - also known as Club Diamond, had breached safe management rules.
Among other things, the outlets had failed to minimise interaction between staff and customers, allowed groups of more than two people to sit together, and played music.
"They must cease operations with immediate effect," said MSE.
The MSE also said that 11 premises were fined between $1,000 to $2,000 each for breaching safe management measures.
These breaches included seating groups of customers less than 1m apart and allowing groups of more than two individuals who were not from the same household to be seated across multiple tables, and allowing consumption of alcohol on their premises beyond 10.30pm.

Some 24 individuals have also been fined $300 each for gathering in groups larger than the permitted group size while dining at various food and beverage outlets, while seven staff were fined $300 for failing to wear masks, added the ministry.
It stressed that safety measures must be strictly adhered to by premises owners and individuals.
"Agencies will not hesitate to take firm enforcement action against operators and individuals who flout safe management measures," said MSE.

 

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#73
"Agencies will not hesitate to take firm enforcement action against operators and individuals who flout safe management measures," said MSE.

Licences for 3 F&B outlets - former nightlife operators - revoked, 11 others fined​

Hariz Baharudin

July 15, 2021

SINGAPORE - The licences for three food and beverage operators, which had previously been nightlife establishments, have been revoked for multiple breaches, said the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment (MSE).
In a statement on Thursday (July 15), the MSE said that the 3 Kings Pub in Lucky Plaza, DMAX in Beach Road and Peony Garden Food House in New Bridge Road - also known as Club Diamond, had breached safe management rules.
Among other things, the outlets had failed to minimise interaction between staff and customers, allowed groups of more than two people to sit together, and played music.
"They must cease operations with immediate effect," said MSE.
The MSE also said that 11 premises were fined between $1,000 to $2,000 each for breaching safe management measures.
These breaches included seating groups of customers less than 1m apart and allowing groups of more than two individuals who were not from the same household to be seated across multiple tables, and allowing consumption of alcohol on their premises beyond 10.30pm.

Some 24 individuals have also been fined $300 each for gathering in groups larger than the permitted group size while dining at various food and beverage outlets, while seven staff were fined $300 for failing to wear masks, added the ministry.
It stressed that safety measures must be strictly adhered to by premises owners and individuals.
"Agencies will not hesitate to take firm enforcement action against operators and individuals who flout safe management measures," said MSE.

Too little too late

 

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"The police take a stern view of irresponsible behaviour relating to the flouting of safe distancing measures, and offenders will be dealt with in accordance with the law."

Useless poodles. Reactive. Started raiding these outlets only after the KTV clusters outbreak and only upon the instructions of the ministers.
What were they doing before the virus outbreak at KTVs? Talk cock, sing song?

39 people nabbed after Saturday raid on illegal entertainment outlets​

Police seized karaoke equipment, liquor bottles and beer cans from the outlets along Selegie Road (pictured) and Tagore Lane.

David Sun

July 18, 2021



SINGAPORE - A total of 39 people were found socialising in illegal entertainment outlets in the latest police operation following the emergence of the KTV cluster last week.
In a release on Sunday (July 18), the police said they have arrested three men, aged between 24 and 37, for supplying liquor without a licence.
The men are believed to be operators of the outlets along Selegie Road and Tagore Lane.
The other 36 people - 16 men and 20 women - are being investigated for not complying with safe distancing rules. They are aged between 20 and 38.
During the operation on Saturday, the police seized karaoke equipment, liquor bottles and beer cans from the outlets.
They said public entertainment and liquor are believed to have been provided at the outlets without a valid licence.



"Members of the public are advised to take the prevailing safe distancing measures seriously," the police added.
"The police take a stern view of irresponsible behaviour relating to the flouting of safe distancing measures, and offenders will be dealt with in accordance with the law."
Those found guilty of supplying liquor and providing public entertainment without a valid licence may be fined up to $20,000 a charge.
Those convicted of breaching safe distancing measures may be jailed for up to six months, fined up to $10,000, or both.

The operation comes amid calls from the public for harsher clampdowns on the illicit nightlife sector, following the announcement of the KTV cluster by the Ministry of Health on July 12.
The cluster, which involves social hostesses who had purportedly frequented KTV lounges and clubs, grew to more than 170 cases on Sunday.
The recent operation is the third reported one conducted by the police in the span of a week, targeting the nightlife entertainment sector.
In an operation from July 13 to 15, the police checked 27 pivoted KTVs operating as food and beverage establishments.
Officers checked a total of 281 people in the islandwide anti-crime operation, and arrested 29 women for offences under the Women’s Charter, the Immigration Act and the Employment of Foreign Manpower Act.
Of these women, 10 are to be deported after they were found to be hostesses and deemed undesirable immigrants.
Of the 27 outlets, 11 were also found to have possibly breached safe management measures.
In another operation on July 13, the police arrested 20 women of various nationalities for their suspected involvement in vice-related activities within three KTVs along South Bridge Road, Selegie Road and Geylang Road that had pivoted to F&B.
The three KTVs are also being investigated for breaches of safe management measures.
Mr Joseph Ong, president of the Singapore Nightlife Business Association, told The Straits Times that the recent operations and arrests show that there are still many illegal operators who have disguised themselves with legitimate frontages.
"The nightlife business industry has been badly affected by these illegal operators, and people mistakenly associate them with legitimate nightlife businesses because they operate mainly at night," he said.
"The authorities should take a very firm stance against all of these bad actors and not allow them to operate in any shape or form."

 

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"CASE would monitor 99 Reno closely, and said it would not hesitate to take the necessary action provided for under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (CPFTA), which may include referring the matter to the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore."

Case issues alert against renovation contractor after getting 30 complaints​

Case had tried to resolve the issues with 99 Reno but was unsuccessful.PHOTO: PEXELS
Tay Hong Yi

July 30, 2021

SINGAPORE - The Consumers Association of Singapore (Case) has issued a company alert against 99 Reno, a renovation contractor based in French Road.
Case said it received 30 consumer complaints against the contractor from July 2020 till end of June 2021.
Most of the complaints were from consumers who made advance and instalment payments but experienced repeated delays in renovation works, Case said on Friday (July 30).
Case had tried to resolve the issues with 99 Reno but was unsuccessful. The company, which has an office registered at Kitchener Complex in French Road, also did not respond to a warning letter issued by Case.
When The Straits Times visited the registered address of 99 Reno on Friday, the company there was found to be Panaoffice Business Centre. A staff member at the office told ST that 99 Reno uses the place as its registered address but only for its mail to go there.
"In many cases, renovation work such as installation of kitchen cabinets, carpentry work and electrical works were left incomplete," Case said. "Some consumers reported that 99 Reno had collected prepayments for their projects, but did not start work."


Consumers had also reported that the company cited the Covid-19 pandemic, manpower shortage and cash flow issues as reasons for the delay in renovation works.
The company was also allegedly unable to provide a firm date for completing the works.
Yet, 99 Reno continued to take on new projects and collect deposits from consumers, said Case. The company is also said to have asked existing customers to pay the full contract sum to restart uncompleted renovation work.
"According to consumers, the cost of the renovation projects ranged from $6,000 to $54,000," said Case.

It would monitor 99 Reno closely, and said it would not hesitate to take the necessary action provided for under the Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act (CPFTA), which may include referring the matter to the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore.
Under the CPFTA, it is an unfair practice to accept payment for supplying goods and services when the supplier knows or ought to know it will not be able to supply the goods or services promised punctually, at or before the time they receive payment.
Case advised consumers to take note of the following when engaging home renovation contractors:
- Compare quotations from different contractors, and do thorough research on the credibility and track record of the contractor before signing the contract. Insist on a written contract. Consumers are encouraged to use Case's model agreement on home renovation.
- Negotiate for the deposit to be as low as possible and negotiate for a progressive payment according to the project milestones. The typical milestones and amounts are as follows: 10 per cent upon confirmation, 80 per cent paid progressively as each stage of the renovation work is completed, and the final 10 per cent upon satisfactory completion of all works and rectification of issues.
- Document outstanding defects by taking photos. Consumers should ensure outstanding defects are fully rectified before making full payment. The photos can also be used as supporting evidence in case of disputes.
- Patronise CaseTrust-accredited renovation contractors.
They are required to protect a customer's deposit via the purchase of a deposit performance bond. The bond safeguards deposits against business closure before the renovation is completed. They are also required to adopt the CaseTrust Standard Renovation Contract, which contains various clauses that safeguard consumers' interests, and ensures accountability for project deliverables. In addition, these contractors have in place proper and clearly defined dispute resolution mechanisms. The list of CaseTrust-accredited renovation contractors can be found online.
- Housing Board flat owners are advised to engage a contractor from HDB's directory of renovation contractors. The listed contractors are required to abide by HDB's terms and ensure that the renovation work is conducted safely and does not cause damage to the property. The directory can be found online.
- Consumers with unresolved disputes can approach Case for assistance by calling its hotline 6100-0315, or going to its website.

 

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"The Government holds a serious view of flagrant breaches of safe management measures," said SFA.

No action taken against private members' club for organising Halloween dinner for 75 people: SFA​

Gemma Steakhouse at the National Gallery Singapore. (Photo: Facebook/Gemma Steakhouse)

Afifah Darke​

03 Sep 2021

SINGAPORE: No action will be taken against private members' club Soho House after it organised a Halloween-themed dinner attended by about 75 people during Phase 2 of Singapore's reopening following the "circuit breaker" period last year.
In response to queries from CNA, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said seven people who attended the dinner at Gemma Steakhouse were charged on Jul 14 this year for breaching safe management measures.
"Investigations into this incident have been concluded," said the agency on Friday (Sep 3).
"We have taken enforcement action against the individuals involved and will not be taking any action against the private members’ club, Soho House, which is located in the United Kingdom."
Of the seven people charged, one was charged with four counts of contravening COVID-19 regulations while the remaining six individuals were charged with one count each, said SFA in its statement.
"The charges against all seven individuals were compounded at the maximum tariff of S$2,000 for each charge," said the agency.
They have since paid the composition fines and the charges against them were withdrawn on Aug 11, it added.

Investigations revealed these people breached COVID-19 measures by failing to keep a distance of at least 1m from any other individual in a public place without reasonable excuse.
Closed-circuit television footage also showed occasions of them intermingling during the dinner, said SFA.
Under COVID-19 safety measures, social gatherings of groups of more than five outside an individual’s residence are prohibited.
Intermingling between different groups in food and beverage establishments is also not allowed.

DINING OUT INVOLVES CONSIDERABLE RISKS: SFA​

On Oct 31 last year, Gemma Steakhouse at the National Gallery Singapore held a Halloween-themed dinner that was attended by about 75 diners comprising both members of the private club and their guests.
SFA began investigations after it received information about the dinner on Nov 2. The restaurant was ordered to close from Dec 3 to Dec 22 over the breaches.
Il Lido, the licensee of Gemma Steakhouse, was fined S$14,000 in May this year over the incident.
"The Government holds a serious view of flagrant breaches of safe management measures," said SFA.
"Dining out is an activity that involves considerable risks. It entails gathering in enclosed spaces, without masks on, and for a prolonged duration.
"We urge all members of the public to be socially responsible and observe the safe management measures," SFA added.

 

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The police said they take a serious view of motorists who drive recklessly to put themselves and other road users in danger, and will not hesitate to take firm action against them.

Occupants of 2 cars under probe after being filmed allegedly touting, harassing others, driving dangerously​

Four men in the yellow car are under investigation for allegedly harassing a male driver involved in the accident.PHOTO: SCREENGRAB FROM SG ROAD VIGILANTE/FACEBOOK
Tay Hong Yi

Oct 7, 2021

SINGAPORE - The drivers and passengers of two cars which were involved in three recent incidents are under investigation for dangerous driving, harassment and touting.
The incidents were recorded on video, and the footage was then posted on various social media platforms.
In the latest video taken from an in-car camera and posted online on Sept 22, a yellow Honda and a black Audi are seen stopping along the slip road of the Pan-Island Expressway towards Kallang Bahru after an accident between a van and a car on July 6.
The yellow and black cars were not involved in the accident, the police said on Thursday (Oct 7).
Four men in the yellow car are under investigation for allegedly harassing a male driver involved in the accident, the police added.
Two other men from the black car are being investigated for their suspected involvement in touting for business.

The 22-year-old driver of the yellow car and the 25-year-old driver of the black car are being investigated for the offence of stopping on the road shoulder of an expressway.
22sep2021 on 6jun2021 camcar involved in minor accident , than came the so called claim specialists

In another incident on Sept 15 in New Upper Changi Road, the yellow car, driven by another man, 22, was allegedly involved in a road rage incident with a bus driver. The incident was captured on video and subsequently posted on social media.
"In the video, the yellow car allegedly braked abruptly and repeatedly, causing the private bus to collide into it," said the police.
In a video seen by The Straits Times, the yellow car drives off very slowly on a green light, stopping and starting repeatedly.

The driver has been arrested for dangerous driving and his driving licence suspended with immediate effect, the police said.
A male passenger, 24, in the car is being investigated for intentional harassment.
In the third incident, the black car was involved in a chain collision with four vehicles in Upper Serangoon Road.
"The 25-year-old male driver had allegedly stopped behind other vehicles that were involved in a separate accident to solicit business when his vehicle was hit from behind by another car," said the police.
A video seen by ST shows the black Audi weaving quickly in and out of traffic on at least four occasions, said to be between Sept 14 and Sept 18.

The driver has been arrested for dangerous driving and is also being investigated for other offences of dangerous driving. These alleged offences were captured in social media postings, added the police.
He has also been suspended from driving.
The police said they take a serious view of motorists who drive recklessly to put themselves and other road users in danger, and will not hesitate to take firm action against them.
Those found guilty of touting can be fined between $1,000 and $5,000, jailed for up to six months, or both.
Those found guilty of using expletives or intentionally causing harassment to another person can be fined up to $5,000.
Those found guilty of stopping their vehicle on an expressway road shoulder without valid reason can be fined up to $1,000, jailed for up to three months, or both.
For dangerous driving, an offender can be fined up to $5,000, jailed for up to 12 months, or both.

 

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The Ministries of Health and Social and Family Development: "We take this matter very seriously, and will not hesitate to work with the police and enforcement agencies to take action where necessary."

Action can be taken against those who flood govt hotlines, incite others to do so: Ministries​

The incitement and carrying out of actions that aim to disrupt essential call centre operations in Singapore is illegal.PHOTO: THE NEW PAPER

Linette Lai
Political Correspondent

Oct 18, 2021

SINGAPORE - The authorities will not hesitate to take action against people who disrupt essential call centre operations or encourage others to do so.
This includes those who call the National Care Hotline and other government phone lines "with the intention of overwhelming and disrupting" such operations.
"The incitement and carrying out of actions that aim to disrupt any essential call centre operations is illegal," said the Ministries of Health and Social and Family Development on Sunday (Oct 17), in response to queries from The Straits Times.
"We take this matter very seriously, and will not hesitate to work with the police and enforcement agencies to take action where necessary."
Last week, several chat groups on messaging app Telegram had called on members to "flood" government phone lines - including both ministries' hotlines - under the guise of giving feedback on the latest measures that bar unvaccinated people from entering malls and other public spaces.
"Get people to demand this gets pushed up to the call centre manager. And ask for them to revert back," the message said. "Otherwise call again tmr (tomorrow) and ask for any feedback."

In their joint statement, the ministries said these hotlines are important channels for Singaporeans in need to seek timely help. They urged everyone to exercise social responsibility and not deny genuine callers the opportunity to seek help.
The Health Ministry saw a surge in calls to its hotline last month, as people on the home recovery programme dialled in to ask for help on their specific circumstances. This resulted in complaints after some people were not able to reach a phone operator.
"With the already high call volumes that are being registered every day, such spamming will lengthen waiting times and frustrate genuine callers and may, in some cases, keep some Singaporeans from receiving critical assistance," the ministries said.

 

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the police said: "TP will not hesitate to take firm action against motorists who choose to flout traffic laws and endanger the safety of other road users."

37 vehicles pulled over on eve of Deepavali for flouting traffic laws​

A portion of the video shows a big group of motorcyclists, with some speaking to TP officers.PHOTOS: SCREENGRAB FROM ROADS.SG/FACEBOOK
Syarafana Shafeeq

Nov 6, 2021


SINGAPORE - Thirty-seven vehicles were pulled over for offences including illegally modified exhaust systems and additional light fittings on Wednesday (Nov 3).
The joint operation by the police and Land Transport Authority (LTA) in the vicinity of Serangoon and Klang roads saw three summons issued by the Traffic Police (TP) for tinted visors.
On Saturday (Nov 6), the police said: "TP will not hesitate to take firm action against motorists who choose to flout traffic laws and endanger the safety of other road users."
LTA advises those who wish to make modifications to their vehicles to check if they comply with guidelines that are available on the OneMotoring website.
Videos of the motorists hauled up on Wednesday have been circulating online, with one by Facebook group Roads.sg garnering more than 144,000 views since it was posted on Thursday night.
A portion of the video shows a big group of motorcyclists, with some speaking to TP officers.

 

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Cliches galore.

“The authorities will not hesitate to take enforcement action against errant individuals and food and beverage premises,” it said.

“We urge everyone to play their part to protect their own health and that of others.”

Clarke Quay NY eve gathering: 4 to be charged over Covid-19 safety breaches, another 4 fined​

The event was captured on video and uploaded on social media. PHOTOS: SCREENGRABS FROM TIKTOK

David Sun
Correspondent


JAN 24, 2022

SINGAPORE - Four youth who allegedly breached multiple safe management measures at a New Year's Eve party at Clarke Quay will be charged in court on Tuesday (Jan 25).
The four are aged between 19 and 22, said the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) on Monday (Jan 24).
Another four people at the party on Dec 31 last year have been fined $1,000 each for breaching safe management measures.
The incident, which was captured on video and uploaded on social media, is believed to have involved hundreds in a spontaneous countdown party in front of Riverside Point.
The multi-ministry task force tackling Covid-19 had said it involved blatant breaches of safe management rules, calling it a potential superspreading event.
Videos showed the rowdy crowd cheering, singing, celebrating and counting down to the New Year.
Many also had their masks pulled down.
One man was captured on video standing on an elevated platform, pouring liquid from a bottle into the crowd.

Staff of eateries in the area later told The Straits Times that trash, including alcohol bottles and beer cans, was strewn along the entire stretch the next morning.
A worker at a nearby convenience store said the crowd dispersed only at around 4am.
In its statement on Monday, the URA said enforcement agencies have been investigating the incident.
"Further investigations into other individuals are ongoing, and enforcement action will be taken against them if they are found to have breached any safe management measures, which are put in place to protect the public," said the statement.
“As we are still in the midst of a pandemic, it is important that everyone is socially responsible and complies with the prevailing safe management measures, such as a proper wearing of masks, maintaining a distance of 1m between each other and remaining in groups of five individuals or fewer.”
It added that agencies will be stepping up enforcement of the measures across the island in the lead up to Chinese New Year.
“The authorities will not hesitate to take enforcement action against errant individuals and food and beverage premises,” it said.
“We urge everyone to play their part to protect their own health and that of others.”

 

[JustOneSingh]

Bhai,

Their Boss issued them a template to follow.
Burn that paper in a glass of water then drink it.
Must comply to template word for word.

 

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Its spokesman said that the agency... takes allegations of wrongdoing seriously.

The spokesman added: "....we will not hesitate to take firm action against any officer found to be involved in misconduct."

Ex-govt agency employee accused of molesting woman at workplace​

Shaffiq Alkhatib
Court Correspondent

Feb 9, 2022

SINGAPORE - A man was working for a government agency that operates at the entry and exit points of Singapore's borders when he allegedly molested a woman on two separate occasions at his workplace.
The 36-year-old Singaporean now faces a harassment charge and two counts of molestation.
He cannot be named due to a gag order to protect the alleged victim's identity.
Details about the agency have also been redacted from court documents.
In a statement to The Straits Times on Wednesday (Feb 9), the government agency said that the man left it on Feb 1 last year.
Its spokesman said that the agency "adopts a zero-tolerance approach" against any harassment and inappropriate behaviour carried out by its staff and takes allegations of wrongdoing seriously.
The spokesman added: "We are committed to maintaining professionalism and discipline in (the agency) and we will not hesitate to take firm action against any officer found to be involved in misconduct.
"We are unable to comment further on this case as it is before the courts."
According to court documents, the man allegedly sent the 21-year-old woman multiple lewd texts via messaging app WhatsApp between March and December 2020.
He is also accused of molesting her on two separate occasions on Dec 30 that year.
Court documents do not disclose how the pair are linked to each other and his case has been adjourned to Feb 21.
For each count of molestation, an offender can be jailed for up to two years and fined or caned.

 

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Superintendent Cindy New, who is TP's head of investigation, said on Wednesday: "The Traffic Police takes a serious stance against drivers and motorists who flout traffic laws and endanger the safety of other road users.

5 men arrested, heavily modified cars seized in police crackdown on reckless drivers​

Four of several cars said to be involved in dangerous driving at the Traffic Police Vehicle Pound. ST PHOTO: NG SOR LUAN
Osmond Chia


MAR 9, 2022

SINGAPORE - Police arrested five men in an islandwide sting operation on Wednesday (March 9), following a video posted on social media last month showing heavily modified cars being driven dangerously on the Central Expressway (CTE).
Officers descended on homes around the island to arrest the men, aged 22 to 33.
Nine vehicles were also seized for further investigations.
The sting operation was in response to footage taken by a motorcyclist's onboard camera, which was posted on social media on Feb 27. It shows around nine cars driving at high speeds on the first lane of the CTE.
In the video, the cars are seen tailing alarmingly close to others in the pack as they shoot past other vehicles. It is not clear how fast the errant drivers were going.
The police said in a statement on Wednesday: "Following investigations, TP (Traffic Police) officers established the identities of the persons involved and arrested five men during a dedicated enforcement operation."
The Straits Times followed the police for the sting in several locations, where nine of the cars linked to the incident were seized and taken to the TP Vehicle Pound at Paya Lebar.

The police traced a red Subaru Impreza WRX seen in the video to a carpark at a Sengkang housing block and had the heavily modified car towed away.
The other cars seen at the pound include a black Kia Cerato K3, a white Audi TT, a white Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 10 and a red Honda Fit - all linked to the incident.
Many of these cars were fitted with after-market rims, custom body kits and gearboxes that are designed to enhance the car's performance.

Among the confiscated cars is a Mazda 3 that appears to have been rented from Grab Rentals. It is understood that the suspected driver is assisting with investigations.
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If found guilty, the drivers can be jailed for up to 12 months and fined up to $5,000, said the police, adding that the offenders may also face disqualification from driving.
The penalties are higher if they are repeat offenders and they can face a maximum punishment of two years' jail and $10,000 in fines.
The police raid comes amid concerns about road safety in Singapore as more activities resume with the easing of Covid-19 measures.

The police traced a red Subaru Impreza WRX seen in the video to a carpark at a Sengkang housing block. PHOTO: SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
Speeding-related accidents are on the rise, with 969 of such accidents last year, compared with 757 in 2020, according to annual TP statistics released in February on the road traffic situation here.
This was despite fewer speeding violations recorded - 139,277 last year compared with 163,823 in 2020.
The number of fatal accidents also climbed, by 25 per cent from 80 cases in 2020 to 100 last year, TP recorded.
More people were also hurt in traffic accidents last year as the number of vehicles on the roads also rose. A total of 7,184 people were injured in 2021, up from 6,669 in 2020.
Superintendent Cindy New, who is TP's head of investigation, said on Wednesday: "The Traffic Police takes a serious stance against drivers and motorists who flout traffic laws and endanger the safety of other road users.
"Enforcement operations will be conducted to take errant motorists to task for their irresponsible actions."

Officers arrested the men allegedly involved in the case of dangerous driving at their homes. PHOTO: SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE