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 other ways such as eating, drinking and littering. This aligns with existing rules governing passenger conduct on…
Hong Kong and Singapore are two cities striving to maintain order on public transport. Singapore has implemented new regulations for public buses that include fines of up to S$500 for uncivilized behaviors such as placing feet on seats, playing loud audio on phones, or engaging in other disruptive actions. This aligns with existing rules on Singapore's MRT railway system.
Hong Kong, on the other hand, has similar rules for its MTR network, but they are not strictly enforced. In Hong Kong, playing audio loudly on trains, placing feet on seats, and ignoring eating or drinking bans can result in fines of up to HK$2,000 or HK$5,000, respectively. The differences between the two cities lie in the enforcement of these rules and the overall culture of civility.
Hong Kong's high population density exacerbates issues like congestion and public space misuse, making the problem even more pronounced. Some argue that strict laws similar to Singapore's would help curb these issues, as Lee Kuan Yew, a former Singaporean leader, believed that intervening on personal matters was necessary for economic progress and societal well-being.
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