KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 — The Federal government is urged to clearly specify the public areas that are categorised as compulsory zones to wear face masks effective August 1.
The matter was brought up by Gopeng MP Dr Lee Boon Chye to ensure the public would not be confused or unclear of the directive as announced by Senior Minister (Security Cluster) Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob on July 23.
“I welcome the mandatory face mask policy in public places, but it must be clear and easy to follow. The places where people are needed to wear a face mask must be clear and specific,” he said when debating the motion of thanks of the royal address at the Dewan Rakyat sitting yesterday.
Previously, Ismail had said the use of face masks in congested places or areas of public focus and on public transportation will be made compulsory beginning August 1.
Lee, who was former deputy health minister, also asked the government to clarify on the status of free pneumococcal vaccination which was supposed to be implemented in June, specifically for babies born from January 1, 2020.
The Dewan Rakyat sitting continues today.
— Bernama
