Suspension of unlicensed stalls at “Hari Raya Mega Sale 2023” organized by Megaxpress International Pte. Ltd. at Singapore Expo Hall 5A
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has suspended the food business operations of 24 unlicensed food stalls/trucks at the “Hari Raya Mega Sale 2023” fair organized by Megaxpress International Pte. Ltd. at Singapore Expo Hall 5A.
2 On 10 March 2023, SFA officers found 21 unlicensed food stalls and 3 unlicensed food trucks operating at the “Hari Raya Mega Sale 2023” fair at Singapore Expo Hall 5A. Preliminary investigation also showed that there were unregistered food handlers working at the 24 food stalls.
3 In the interest of public health, SFA directed Megaxpress International Pte Ltd to cease the operations of the unlicensed food stalls and food trucks. Investigation is on-going.
4 Under the Environmental Public Health Act, all operators of temporary fairs must get a permit from SFA for the duration of the fair. This allows SFA to ensure that fair operators have complied with measures to ensure food safety. Applications should be submitted at least two weeks before the fair commencement date. Food and
beverage stalls at temporary fairs are also required to be licensed by SFA, with food handlers who have passed the mandatory Food Safety Course Level 1.
5 SFA will take enforcement action against temporary fair operators who do not adhere to regulations. Offenders are liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $10,000. For a subsequent conviction, they are liable to a fine not exceeding $20,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding three months or to both.
Issued by the Singapore Food Agency
11 March 2023