KUCHING, Jan. 3 -- Contractors and members of the public who are caught disposing of construction and bulky waste unscrupulously will be dragged to court for third and subsequent offences, said Datuk Wee Hong Seng.

The Kuching South Mayor said no company or individual is allowed to dump waste, be it construction waste or withered plants, in public places.

"Once you're caught dumping construction or bulky waste in public areas, the first offence involves a fine of RM200, followed by second offence with a RM500 fine, and subsequent offences will face court charges," he said during his Facebook Live session 'Shall WEE Talk' yesterday.

Wee said unscrupulous disposal of construction and bulky waste not only tarnishes the city's image but al...