According to the Singapore Police Force, an operation was conducted islandwide to check on nightlife outlets.
Places checked by authorities:
- The Base Bistro (401 Macpherson Road, Macpherson mall)
- The Sleeping Giants (29 Sembawang Road)
- SMLJ Pub (22 Circular Road)
- Mama Chin Nonya Cafe (41 Circular Road)
- Phorage (25 Church Street)
During the operation, at least 228 people were checked and 14 men were arrested for suspected members of secret societies.
The Sleeping Giants (Sembawang)
The Base Bistro
The establishment was fined $300 after a staff failed to wear a mask.
SMLJ Pub
Other parts of Macpherson Mall
Yishun
Phorage
13 people received fines of $1,000 each.
Penalties:
If they are found guilty to be a member of an unlawful society they can be jailed up to 3 years and/or fine SGD$5,000
For non-compliance with safe management measures under the COVID-19 offenders may be jailed for up to six months, fined up to S$10,000, or both.
If they are caught by the Police for not wearing a mask or not wearing a mask properly they can be charged under the Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020.
Penalties include a fine of up to SGD$10,000 and jailed for up to six months.