New phase of anti-smoking measures takes effect
發佈日期: 2026-01-01 20:06
TVB News
The new phase of anti-smoking measures take effect today, further expanding the no-smoking areas and prohibiting smoking while queuing at bus stops.
The fixed penalty has doubled to 3,000 dollars.
The Tobacco and Alcohol Control Office said no violations have been found so far, and inspections will be intensified over the next two weeks.
Staff from the Office conducted inspections in Tsim Sha Tsui and distributed pamphlets to the public.
Starting today, smoking is no longer allowed within the bus stop area.
A residents said the measure is good, because he is annoyed by the smell.
The Office said it will communicate with the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department to move rubbish bins with ash trays further away from the queuing areas.
