HEALTH Minister Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai’s plan to expand the list of no-smoking zones to cover more public places is commendable. (”More no-smoking zones soon” — NST, April 25.)

I am tired of people’s disregard of the law. More so, the attitude of the educated.

Recently, I noticed two men smoking in a city restaurant.

From the files on the table and their attire, I noted that they were lawyers. It is sad that even professionals do not respect the law.

I alerted the cashier. He appeared none too pleased with my observation. Nor did he caution the offenders.

I suggest that enforcement officers do spot checks on restaurants and workplaces and book the bosses for non-compliance, instead of the offenders.

The media should highlight punishments meted out to serve as a deterrent.

S. SUNDARESON, Petaling Jaya

Source: NST – April 30, 2009