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AsiaOne
3 hours ago
- AsiaOne
'We will not tolerate it': Car wash operators serving only Singapore vehicles risk losing business licences, says Johor govt, Singapore News
Local authorities in JB have been instructed to revoke the business licences of car wash operators who refuse to serve locals and cater exclusively to foreign customers, including those driving Singapore-registered cars. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Johor Property Expo 2025 at Angsana Johor Bahru Mall on Thursday (July 24), State Housing and Local Government Committee Chairman Datuk Mohd Jafni Md Shukor said he viewed such behaviour seriously. "If someone is doing business in Johor but only prioritises foreigners while sidelining locals just for bigger profits, then we will not tolerate it," said Datuk Mohd Jafni, reported The Star. "I will instruct local councils to cancel the licences of any car wash operators who insist on only accepting foreign-registered vehicles, especially those from Singapore." Malaysian allegedly turned away by operator The move comes after a Malaysian claimed on social media that his car was refused service because the operators only catered to Singaporean customers. According to the man, he approached a car wash operator to get his car cleaned but was turned away, with one staff member allegedly telling him, "Singaporean cars only". It was also reported that the car wash operator, staffed by foreign workers, also turned away local customers, claiming all slots had been booked by Singaporean customers. According to the New Straits Times, Datuk Mohd Jafni also issued a warning to all business operators who prioritise large profits without considering the needs of locals. "I wish to remind these business operators not to focus solely on making money by prioritising foreigners. Yes, we understand they want to maximise profits, but they also have to understand their corporate social responsibility," he said. Datuk Mohd Jafni further stated that local authorities would be instructed to investigate such businesses and take firm action if the practice continues. [[nid:720205]]


CNA
3 hours ago
- CNA
Condo near Tanjong Katong sinkhole to hire independent engineers to assess safety
SINGAPORE: A condominium next to the sinkhole in Tanjong Katong will appoint independent engineers to assess its grounds, as authorities complete backfilling and begin further checks in the area. "We understand residents' concern as the sinkhole location is a stone's throw away from our estate," said a message from One Amber condominium's management office sent to residents in the early hours of Monday (Jul 28). "Please be informed that the management of One Amber will be seeking independent professional advice from civil and structure engineers on the common areas, in particular those that are in close proximity to the sinkhole area," said the message, which was seen by CNA. The management added it would share official updates from the authorities with residents as soon as possible. A sinkhole appeared along Tanjong Katong Road South on Saturday evening, and social media footage showed a car falling in. The female driver was rescued by workers and taken conscious to Raffles Hospital. The affected stretch of road has been closed until further notice for repairs. On Monday, MP Goh Pei Ming (PAP-Marine Parade-Braddell Heights) told CNA that further checks in the area include a radar scan that will detect cavities, followed by a probing system that will go 20m into the ground to ensure there are no undetected cavities. "20m is actually (quite deep), so that, they will do at a few spots, and that will probably take a bit of time," he said. "Once that is all completed, they will do analysis of all the results before giving an all clear on the road to be repaved, and thereafter plans for reopening." In a Facebook post, Mr Goh said the Land Transport Authority (LTA) will ensure there are no air pockets in the soil before repaving. "I understand residents are keen to know when the road can be reopened. I think it is best we give the agencies the time to be doubly sure the road is safe before we reopen," he wrote. He also noted that morning traffic had been smooth, and that LTA deployed vehicular messaging systems and worked with the Ministry of Education to inform parents about diversions.


CNA
5 hours ago
- CNA
Migrant workers praised for bravery in rescuing driver who fell into Tanjong Katong sinkhole
Praise has poured in for migrant workers who rushed to rescue a driver after her car plunged into a sinkhole that opened up on Tanjong Katong Road South. The workers were seen tossing a rope into the crater and pulling the woman to safety with quick, steady teamwork.