GEORGE TOWN, June 22 – The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) has intensified its campaign for the enforcement of the Price Control Act 1946 Amendment 1973, Section 8(1), urging the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living to take immediate action. Following a comprehensive survey conducted across Penang Island, CAP has revealed widespread disregard for regulations mandating the display of price tags on goods among various vendors, including food stalls, wet markets, night markets, restaurants, and sundry shops.
CAP’s findings highlight a concerning trend where many vendors fail to visibly display prices, particularly in food and drink stalls, and neglect to update prices in restaurants. This lack of transparency not only undermines consumer rights but also fosters an environment where overcharging becomes prevalent, leaving consumers vulnerable to exploitation. With recent increases in diesel prices threatening to push up food costs, CAP emphasizes the urgency of enforcing transparent pricing practices to safeguard consumer interests.
The association calls on the Ministry to rigorously enforce existing laws, advocating for strict penalties against violators to ensure fair trading practices and empower consumers with essential price information before making purchases.
