New law aims to put a stop to short stays in residential units, with an eye on the future once tourism recovers.
Legislative Assembly
Covid-19 outbreak spurs rash of illegals; unspecified reward offered to tourists and residents who supply authorities with information on immigration offences.
Definition of ‘endangerment’ of national security remains open to question; lawmakers seek clarity from government.
Fate of workers following possible casino closures uppermost in lawmakers’ minds as they examine the nitty gritty of proposed bill.
Terrorism, money laundering, crimes endangering national security, human trafficking and similar crimes not sufficiently covered by current legislation.
André Cheong Weng Chon says requirement is ‘legally sound’, may be extended to privately run public premises in future.
Concessions cut to 10 years, leasing space to junkets banned, gross gaming revenue tax rate stays at 35 per cent.
Proposed regulations will allow police to intercept calls concerning terrorism, money laundering, crimes endangering national security, human trafficking and cybercrime.
Ma Io Fong claims salaries have soared since the start of the pandemic, seeks to set up database of helpers and ‘protect rights of helpers and employers’.