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Singapore fines public transit nuisances; HK rules exist but aren't enforced

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Singapore has implemented new regulations to fine individuals up to S$500 for uncivilized behavior on public buses, such as putting feet on seats or playing loud audio. Hong Kong has similar existing regulations for its MTR system, with fines up to HK$2,000 for comparable offenses like loud audio or placing feet on seats, though these rules are reportedly not enforced. AI

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Singapore fines public transit nuisances; HK rules exist but aren't enforced

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 (TL) · Yonden Lhatoo ·

    Hong Kong vs Singapore in tackling bad behaviour

    Singapore is doing something about uncivilised behaviour on public buses. The city state has started enforcing new regulations that carry an immediate fine of up to S$500 (US$390) if you put your feet up on seats, play loud audio on your phone or make a nuisance of yourself in ot…

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