James Kon
A local supermarket and a restaurant were each issued with a BND500 compound fine by Tutong District Office Enforcement Unit for leaving waste in public areas.
Both businesses are required to settle the fine within seven days.
They will be brought to court and can face a fine of at least BND2,000 and no more than BND10,000 for the first offence if they fail to settle the fine and a fine of at least BND10,000 and no more than BND30,000, imprisonment of no more than 12 months or both for subsequent offences.
The Tutong District Office Enforcement Unit reminded the public to maintain the cleanliness of the surroundings and public areas.
