For time being, ban on vape ads across state still in force, says exco

MOH's expert committee finalising detailed report on proposed ban, says Dr Dzulkefly

Ample time given to traders to clear stocks, claims of unsold products no longer acceptable

PARIS, June 29 — Starting Sunday, smoking will be banned at bus stops and beaches across France, as the country steps up efforts to protect the public from the harmful effects of tobacco smoke, the German Press Agency (dpa) reported.

KUALA LUMPUR, June 26 — A Form Two student collapsing from a school rooftop after inhaling a drug-laced vape is just one of many disturbing incidents fuelling renewed calls for the government to impose a total ban on electronic cigarettes.

By Suhaila Shahrul Annuar PUTRAJAYA, May 27 — Selangor is expected to finalise its decision on the ban on e-cigarettes or vape sales next week, said Menteri Besar Dato' Seri Amirudin Shari. However, the decision depends on the progress of the proposal paper to be presented by the state...

By Suhaila Shahrul Annuar PUTRAJAYA, May 27 — Selangor is expected to finalise its decision on the ban on e-cigarettes or vape sales next week, said Menteri Besar Dato' Seri Amirudin Shari. However, the decision depends on the progress of the proposal paper to be presented by the state...

MELAKA, May 24 — The proposal to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes or vapes in Melaka will be tabled and discussed in more detail at the State Executive Council (MMKN), said state Health, Human Resources, and Unity Committee chairman Datuk Ngwe Hee Sem.

SEREMBAN, May 21 — Negeri Sembilan is considering a ban on the sale of vape products and electronic cigarettes in the state.

GEORGE TOWN, May 20 — Several assemblymen have asked the state government to ban the sale of electronic cigarettes or vape at all business premises in Penang, as had been done in several states.

By Yasmin Ramlan  SHAH ALAM, May 19 — The Selangor government is expected to finalise its decision on banning vape or e-cigarette products within the next two months.  State executive councillor for public health and the environment Jamaliah Jamaluddin said that as for now, they have held two...

KANGAR, May 14 — The sale of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) or vape will be banned in Perlis, effective August 1, said Perlis Menteri Besar Mohd Shukri Ramli.

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 1 — The government's move to include laundromats in the list of smoke-free zones has been lauded by the operators and the public.

PUTRAJAYA, March 19 — The Health Ministry (MoH) issued 8,803 compounds worth over RM2 million last month on offences for smoking and to prevent and control dengue fever.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 19 — The Health Ministry (MOH) has authorised 189 enforcement officers, including auxiliary police, the local authorities, and other agencies under Section 3 of the Food Act 1983 ( Act 281) to ensure public compliance with the ban on smoking in prohibited places.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 — The Youth and Sports Ministry (KBS) is calling all states to action: upgrade the main stadiums by taking advantage of the RM500,000 grant which the Federal government has allocated to each state.

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 18 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) issued a total of 5,199 compounds worth RM1,253,150 last month for smoking offences under the Control of Tobacco Product Regulations (PPKHT) 2004, said Health Director-General Datuk Dr Muhammad Radzi Abu Hassan.

PUTRAJAYA, June 20 — Seven individuals failed to obtain leave from the Federal Court to proceed with their appeal to challenge the decision by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to ban smoking in all eateries, hence ending their five-year legal battle.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 13 — The Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has issued more than 1,500 compound notices for offences related to smoking in public places through integrated operations with the Health Ministry between January and February this year.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 — Kota Melaka MP Khoo Poay Tiong reprimanded several MPs in the Dewan Rakyat today for smoking in the Parliament building, which is a no-smoking zone.