Tourism Ministry cracks down on unlicensed operators in KL
KUALA LUMPUR: The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry issued 15 inspection notices for various offences under the Tourism Industry Act 1992 during a two-day enforcement operation around Kuala Lumpur that began on Wednesday.
Kuala Lumpur: The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry initiated a two-day enforcement push across the city on Wednesday, issuing 15 notices for breaches of the Tourism Industry Act 1992. Nine of those notices were for operating a tourism venture without a proper licence, while the remaining six were for a variety of infractions.
The inspections targeted three tourist sites, nine commercial establishments and three individuals. Intelligence gathered in tandem with the Kuala Lumpur Tourist Guide Association (KLTGA) helped identify those suspected of unlicensed tourist guiding. The ministry took enforcement measures under Subsection 21(1) of the Act against those found in violation.
The crackdown also uncovered other issues, such as unlicensed vehicles used to transport tourists, breaches of licence conditions, and commerce with unauthorised operators. Vehicles found lacking in licensing will be dealt with by the Land Public Transport Agency and Road Transport Department. Further probes will precede any legal action taken against the implicated parties.
The ministry cautioned unlicensed entities against providing tourism services. The public and industry stakeholders are urged to report any suspected law violations related to tourism activities via the Public Complaints Management System at https://motac.spab.gov.my/eApps/system/index.do.
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